On 25th July in 2000, a Concorde passenger jet on an international charter flight from Paris to New York, crashed shortly after takeoff. Why did it crash barely a minute after takeoff? Watch Disaster Autopsy on Thursdays at 8pm, on National Geographic UK. | National Geographic UK

Full episode! For many years, the Concorde was a prime example of human innovation and engineering. But on July 25th 2000, tragedy forever changed the face of the plane that was once an aviation marvel. Get a first-hand look into the Concorde disaster, the events leading up to it, and the investigation that ultimately led to its demise. Strap in, the full episode of Air Disasters: Concorde - Up in Flames is available right here, on us! | Smithsonian Channel Aviation Nation

The tragic crash of Air France Concorde on 25 July 2000 remains one of aviation’s most shocking moments. A small metal strip on the runway triggered a chain reaction—an exploding tire, a ruptured fuel tank, a sudden fire, and a catastrophic engine failure. Within seconds, the supersonic jet lost control and crashed into a nearby hotel. This incident showed how even a tiny mistake can bring down one of the world’s most advanced aircraft. #Concorde #AirFrance #AviationHistory #PlaneCrash #TrueStor

Experience the unimaginable! Watch the iconic Concorde, known for its supersonic speed, attempt a thrilling takeoff from an aircraft carrier in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020. With a short deck, high thrust, and dramatic lift-off, this is a cinematic challenge like no other! | 𝗕 𝗟 𝗔 𝗖 𝗞 𝟰 𝟮 𝟬