[Theodores]

The July 2000 crash and 9/11 meant there were no customers. The clincher was the decision by Airbus to stop making spare parts.

In its latter years Concorde was a revenue earner.

The product evolved into a very expensive thrill ride, sold to the same demographic that would go on cruises. These customers didn't care about a crowded cabin and they would gladly get to the airport extra, extra early. Many of them had promised themselves a trip on Concorde for decades. They were in it for the journey and not the destination.

These flights, e.g. to see 'Santa in Lapland', sold out in advance so there were no empty seats.

The crash in 2000 didn't entirely dampen customer enthusiasm, however, 9/11 came along and it was a different era. Airbus deciding to stop making spares was a convenient get out for BA and Air France.