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Old 13th February 2013 | 09:38
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AlphaZuluRomeo
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Concorde used internal engines reversers as airbrakes, IIRC. For greater RoD from (high) altitude, if needed.

[edit] Obviously not during final approach, the delta wing was far enough an airbrake, then.

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