October 24th 2023 will mark 20 years since Concorde disappeared from our skies. Yet still Mike Bannister, the last Concorde Chief Pilot, faces the same · Why is she no longer flying? · Where is her replacement? · And what really happened on that tragic afternoon in July 2000, when the crash of Flight 4590 grounded the Concorde forever? Concorde is an enthralling personal account of what it takes to fly planes faster than the speed of sound, and of the events that lay behind 114 needless deaths- the 113 victims of the crash and, ultimately, Concorde herself.
Mike Bannister Books


The book offers an authoritative narrative on the history of the world's fastest plane, detailing its remarkable ascent and eventual decline. Written by the former Chief Concorde Pilot of British Airways, it provides insider insights and personal anecdotes that highlight the aircraft's engineering marvel and cultural impact, making it a must-read for aviation enthusiasts and history buffs alike.