British Airways Concorde Model by Executive Display Models

Description A vintage fibreglass and resin composite 1:36 scale Concorde model in full British Airways Landor livery, mounted on a chrome-plated stand and produced in England by Executive Display Models, circa 1990. This large display model represents Concorde, the Anglo-French supersonic passenger jet that redefined commercial aviation during the late twentieth century. Finished in the distinctive British Airways Landor scheme, the model captures the elegant delta wing form and sharply tapered fuselage that made Concorde instantly recognisable worldwide. The underside is marked: SUPPLIED BY EXECUTIVE DISPLAY MODELS NOBLE CORNER GREAT WEST ROAD HOUNSLOW MIDDX ENGLAND Executive Display Models were known for producing high quality fibreglass display aircraft for airlines, travel agents and corporate environments. The scale and finish of this Concorde model reflect the period when supersonic travel was still regarded as the future of long distance aviation. The full-size Concorde first flew in 1969 and entered commercial service shortly thereafter. Capable of cruising at Mach 2, approximately 1,350 miles per hour, regular transatlantic flights between London and New York were completed in under three and a half hours. In November 1986, a British Airways Concorde completed a round-the-world flight covering 28,238 miles in just under thirty hours. Concorde was operated exclusively by British Airways and Air France. Developed by the British Aircraft Corporation and Aérospatiale, it represented the height of Anglo-French aerospace collaboration during the Cold War era. Although expectations in the 1960s suggested supersonic travel would dominate commercial aviation, only a limited fleet was ever produced. Following the tragic Air France crash in 2000 and declining passenger numbers, Concorde was withdrawn from service in 2003, bringing an end to the era of supersonic passenger travel. Since then, original airline display models produced for corporate and promotional use have become increasingly difficult to source. This Executive Display Models Concorde sits on its tripod stand, retaining markings and British Airways Landor livery, offering a substantial and well proportioned example of a late twentieth century aviation display model. Why Buy from Mark Goodger Antiques? With over thirty five years of specialist experience, Mark Goodger Antiques is recognised internationally as a leading authority in antique boxes and related works of art. Every item offered has been personally selected by Mark, whose knowledge and judgement are trusted by collectors, institutions, museums, interior designers, and fellow dealers worldwide. Every purchase is supplied with a full supporting package for clarity and reassurance. This includes a Certificate of Authenticity, a detailed condition and care guide specific to your item, our most recent catalogue, and a separate invoice suitable for insurance and valuation purposes. Each piece is carefully examined prior to sale to ensure accuracy of description and quality. Your purchase is fully insured during transit and protected by our straightforward money back guarantee, allowing you to buy with complete confidence. We pride ourselves on transparency, expertise, and long term relationships with our clients, many of whom return to us repeatedly over decades. When you buy from Mark Goodger Antiques, you are purchasing from a specialist family business built on knowledge, trust, and an unrivalled focus on antique boxes.