Here are some facts about the Concorde.

Last scheduled date of regular passenger service: On Air France, May 31. On British Airways, Oct. 24.

Acceleration: 0 to 225 mph in 30 seconds.

Cruising speed: 1,350 mph, twice the speed of sound.

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Cruising altitude: 60,000 feet, or 11 miles high.

Number of passenger seats: 100.

Fuel consumption: 6,900 gallons per hour.

Starting bid on eBay for six British Airways Concorde Royal Doulton crystal liqueur glasses: $24.

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