Can a plane be a time machine? The Concorde at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum almost feels like one. Here, perched on Pier 86, it invites you to step back to an era when supersonic flight was the epitome of luxury and speed. The Concorde, a marvel of Anglo-French engineering, revolutionized air travel. It first took to the skies in 1969, a symbol of technological prowess and international collaboration. Imagine crossing the Atlantic in under three hours, twice the speed of sound. This was the Concorde’s promise, a reality for those who could afford the hefty price tag. This particular Concorde, the Alpha Delta G-BOAD, boasts a unique history. It’s the only British Airways Concorde on display in the Northeast. It holds the record for the fastest transatlantic crossing by a passenger aircraft: 2 hours, 52 minutes, and 59 seconds from London Heathrow to JFK. This very plane made that journey, a testament to human ingenuity and daring. In 2003, this Concorde made its final journey, not across the ocean, but down the Hudson River. It underwent a major restoration at Weeks Marine in New Jersey. This included a fresh coat of paint, meticulously applied to match the iconic colors and markings that made Concorde a legend. The journey back to the Intrepid was quite a spectacle. The Concorde, weighing 85 tons, was carefully floated on a barge, then hoisted back onto the pier by a 300-foot crane. Tours of the Concorde resumed shortly after. Stepping onto the Intrepid and seeing the Concorde is more than just a museum visit. It’s a glimpse into a bygone era, a reminder of a time when the future seemed to arrive with a sonic boom.
Gould Family Mausoleum
Ever heard of a “Robber Baron?” Here at Woodlawn Cemetery stands the Gould Family Mausoleum. It is a testament to