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November 26, 2003
What's the NIH syndrome?
The US decided the Concorde wasn't
worth it because we carry vast numbers
of people and our market is more suited
to "large bus" configurations...inclusive
of economical international travel.
Noise abatement began rearing it's
head shortly before the Concord
was ready. The move to more quiet
operation of airliners (and all but
required/necessary military
operations) was well along and on it's
way by the time the Concord arrived.
So, it had to be worked into the plan
accordingly. Bad timing. Same with
nationalization of Mid-East oil...bad
timing. But the thing that killed mainly
killed them was fuel costs, followed
by maint. costs, as I understand it.
Too bad...excellent technology and
beautiful aircraft.
Cap'n. Bob
'60 :{)
PilotRob@... 27014
Posted on November 26, 2003 06:06 PM
Posted to category(s) Cylinder Head | Fuel System | Gauges | Lubrication System | Tuning
