Paris Air Show: the unforgettable highs and lows from its 116-year history
One of the world’s most celebrated aviation events will unfold at the International Paris Air Show from June…
Tupolev Tu-144
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Topics related to the Tupolev Tu-144, a Soviet supersonic passenger airliner (SST) that was in commercial operation from 1975 to 1978.
Supersonic fights: the biggest competitors of Concorde | Quiz
Built in the 1960s as part of a joint venture between the United Kingdom and France, Concorde was…
Concorde versus Tu-144, the supersonic duel | Quiz
With their elongated shape, delta wing, and tilting nose, Concorde and the Tu-144 look like the two faces…
Quiz: Who did it first: Concorde or Tupolev Tu-144?
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Tupolev Tu-144 becomes the first commercial plane reaching Mach 2
Tu-144 was the first supersonic passenger aircraft developed by Tupolev Design Bureau in the 60s in the Soviet…
Catching the first commercial Tupolev Tu-144 flight
The 1970s were an exciting time for aviation. Technological advancements introduced many new aircraft into service, including such…