The very good April fool joke of FR24 tracking website

A recent event captured the interest of aviation enthusiasts as an Air France Concorde was tracked by over 20,000 people on the flight tracking website Flightradar24. This particular aircraft, bearing the registration F-BTSD, is currently a static display at the Musée de l’air et de l’espace in Paris and no longer operates, yet it was humorously represented flying at a high altitude towards New York JFK at impressive speeds. Additionally, a clever April Fool's prank involved a British Airways Concorde, G-BOAG, which also "took off" from London Heathrow, causing the tracking site to experience a crash due to overwhelming traffic. The Concorde was officially retired in 2003 by both Air France and British Airways, driven by increasing maintenance costs, decreased passenger numbers post the tragic crash of Flight 4590 in 2000, and the aftermath of the September 11 attacks. The final commercial flight for Air France took place on May 30, 2003, followed by British Airways' last Concorde service on October 24, 2003. This situation illustrates the lasting legacy and fascination surrounding the Concorde, a groundbreaking aircraft that changed perceptions of travel speed and luxury. From a transportation perspective, the Concorde remains a pivotal case study in the balance between innovation and market sustainability. While the allure of supersonic travel is undeniable, the historical context of operational challenges serves as a reminder that advancements in technology must also align with economic viability and safety considerations.