In 1973, scientists aboard the Concorde 001 achieved a groundbreaking feat by observing a 74-minute total solar eclipse. By flying at supersonic speeds and synchronizing with the Moon’s shadow, they extended totality far beyond ground-based limits. This mission provided unprecedented insights into the solar corona and revolutionized eclipse research, paving the way for future airborne and space-based observations.
World’s longest 74-minute solar eclipse: Concorde 001 flew 2,500 km/h
