Overview
- Concorde n°1, the first supersonic aircraft of its kind, has been officially classified as a French historic monument as of May 5, 2025.
- This designation, announced by Culture Minister Rachida Dati, secures long-term protection for the aircraft and its equipment, recognizing its cultural and technological significance.
- Built between 1967 and 1979, Concorde n°1 performed its first flight in 1973 and has been exhibited at the Aéroscopia museum in Blagnac, France, since 2014.
- The Concorde program, a product of Franco-British cooperation, symbolized industrial innovation but was retired following the fatal 2000 crash of Air France Flight 4590 and the last commercial flight in 2003.
- The classification highlights efforts to preserve the aircraft's legacy for future generations, celebrating its role in advancing supersonic travel and international collaboration.