Concorde: The Race for Supersonic S1E2 2 December 2023 on Channel 4
Tonight (Saturday 2 December 2023), Channel 4 broadcasts an episode of the series Concorde: The Race for Supersonic!
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Season 1 Episode 2 Episode Summary
In this episode of “Concorde: The Race for Supersonic” on Channel 4, viewers are transported back in time to a fascinating era of aviation history when the iconic Anglo-French Concorde faced off against its Soviet competitor in a race for supersonic supremacy.
The episode delves into the archives to unearth the untold stories of these two groundbreaking projects. While Concorde ultimately soared to iconic status, the Soviet competitor’s journey took a tragic turn, marred by adversity and loss.
Viewers will gain insight into the challenges and setbacks that befell the Soviet supersonic venture, shedding light on the sacrifices made in pursuit of innovation and advancement. It’s a poignant reminder of the human cost behind technological ambitions.
Additionally, the episode explores the story of America’s homegrown competitor in the supersonic race. Surprisingly, it wasn’t technology that led to its downfall, but rather the moon shot and financial constraints that brought the American project to a halt.
What Time is the Episode On?
The episode of Concorde: The Race for Supersonic will be broadcast on December 2 2023 on Channel 4 at 9:25 PM.
Is the Episode New?
The episode of Concorde: The Race for Supersonic is all new!
Concorde: The Race for Supersonic Cast & Stars
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Concorde: The Race for Supersonic Series Information
| The true story of the battle to build the world's first supersonic airliner. A tale of genius, Cold War espionage, and an whole new kind of jet plane. |
