Concorde Birthday Bash in 1985

On this day in 1985, a Concorde jet touched down at Eppley Airfield—not for a routine flight, but for a jaw-dropping 40th birthday bash for millionaire Willy Theisen, founder of Godfather’s Pizza. Chartered by British Airways, the supersonic shuttle carried 100 lucky guests to London and back, turning heads and sparking awe as the world’s fastest passenger jet landed in a blaze of local spectacle. This flash of luxury and ambition is part of a series celebrating the people and moments that shaped the region, offering a vivid reminder of how extraordinary events—like a private supersonic birthday trip—can become part of our shared history. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8f1029f14141536a