May 2019
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time since touching down more than 15 years ago. Professor Iain Gray CBE, chair of Aerospace Bristol, said “I am most grateful to Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal, patron of Aerospace Bristol, for so kindly accepting our invitation to join us in celebrating the fiftieth anniversary of Concorde. The iconic Concorde was an engineering marvel, developed
far ahead of its time by talented engineers working on the cutting-edge of 1960s technology. Through our exhibition, inspiring workshops for schools, and Concorde50 events, it is this spirit of innovation that Aerospace Bristol aims to ignite in the engineers of the next fifty years and beyond, encouraging the young people of today to develop the big ideas of tomorrow.”
Katherine Bennett, senior vice-president of Airbus, said: “Concorde has a special place in Airbus’ heart and history. Many of its innovations, from electronic flight controls to anti-skid braking systems, helped inform future aircraft designs. We also maintained the aircraft at Filton for more than ten years after its final flight.” “To see the aircraft once again
at the centre of celebration, helping inspire the next generation of engineers, is fantastic, particularly as we are fast approaching Airbus’ own 50 year milestone which is a celebration of everyone who has the courage to be bold and improve things, just as Concorde did.” ● Aerospace Bristol is located off Hayes Way, Patchway. Find out more at aerospacebristol.org
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