4 hours, 56 minutes
The duration of British Airways Flight 112 that traveled from New York City to London, England, setting a new record for fastest subsonic transatlantic commercial flight. Due to strong winds, the plane was propelled at ground speeds of 800 miles per hour for certain periods throughout the flight. “We always prioritize safety over speed records, but our highly trained pilots made the most of the conditions.”
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The duration of British Airways Flight 112 that traveled from New York City to London, England, setting a new record for fastest subsonic transatlantic commercial flight. Due to strong winds, the plane was propelled at ground speeds of 800 miles per hour for certain periods throughout the flight. “We always prioritize safety over speed records, but our highly trained pilots made the most of the conditions.” (NPR — February 9, 2020)
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