| Designer: | Anonymous |
| Country: | UK |
| Decade: | 1970 |
| Year: | 1976 |
| Dimensions: | 76.0 x 50.5 cm | 29.9212598424 x 19.881889763700002 inches |
| Condition: | Very good | | B + |
| Publisher: | British Airways |
| Printed by: | Printed in England |
| Category / Theme: |
Airline/Aviation |
This is a highly desirable original British Airways poster issued to celebrate the launch of Concorde service between Washington, D.C. and London, with the route commencing on May 25, 1976. The poster captures the excitement surrounding the introduction of regular supersonic passenger travel, one of the most significant milestones in aviation history.
The design is strikingly simple and modern. Against a deep blue background, the elegant white silhouette of Concorde dominates the composition as it climbs through the sky. The aircraft's distinctive delta wing and streamlined profile instantly convey speed, innovation, and technological achievement. The minimalist layout allows the aircraft itself to become the symbol of a new era in international travel, while the British Airways livery adds a touch of understated sophistication.
Following years of development by Britain and France, Concorde entered commercial service in 1976 and quickly became the world's most famous airliner. Capable of cruising at more than twice the speed of sound, it reduced transatlantic travel times dramatically and became synonymous with luxury, prestige, and cutting-edge engineering. Posters marking the inauguration of specific Concorde routes are particularly sought after by collectors of aviation memorabilia and twentieth-century design.
An iconic piece of aviation history celebrating the beginning of supersonic travel between the United States and Great Britain.
Condition: minor edge wear and light handling marks consistent with age. Overall in very good condition.