Captain Concorde (Paperback)

Brian Walpole

ISBN 10: 1917455003 / ISBN 13: 9781917455008

Published by Malcolm Down Publishing Ltd, 2024

About this Item

Paperback. In Captain Concorde, Brian Walpole offers a rare, firsthand account of life as one of the select few entrusted with flying the legendary Concorde, the supersonic marvel that redefined air travel. With breathtaking speed and unparalleled luxury, Concorde soared at 60,000 feet, allowing its passengers to witness the earths curvature and the deep blue of outer space. For Walpole, who piloted this engineering masterpiece at Mach 2, it was an experience like no othera demanding, thrilling, and ultimately life-changing career.As the captain of this beautiful bird, Walpole provides a unique perspective on the precision and skill required to control an aircraft that was both a national pride and the darling of the worlds elite. But beyond the glamour and awe, he reveals the intense pressures and behind-the-scenes challenges that came with commanding the worlds fastest passenger plane.More than just an aviation memoir, Captain Concorde is also a deeply personal journey of faith and discovery. Walpole shares how his remarkable experiences in the skies led him to a profound understanding of a higher power and shaped the course of his life in unexpected ways. From the thrilling highs of supersonic flight to the introspective lows of personal trials, Walpoles story is a testament to the transformative power of faith and perseverance.Join Brian Walpole as he relives the golden age of aviation, offering tales that will make you marvel, smile, and perhaps even shed a tear. Captain Concorde is a celebration of human achievement, a tribute to a bygone era, and a powerful exploration of one mans spiritual journey. In Captain Concorde, Brian Walpole shares his thrilling experiences as a Concorde pilot, detailing the challenges and exhilaration of flying the supersonic icon. Blending aviation history with personal anecdotes, Walpole also reveals how his time in the skies led to a profound spiritual journey, offering insight into both flight and faith. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Captain Concorde (Paperback)
• Publisher: Malcolm Down Publishing Ltd
• Publication Date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1917455003
• ISBN 13: 9781917455008
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

‘I highly recommend this book, and certainly not just for those of us familiar with flying.’ Amazon Review

With breathtaking speed and unparalleled luxury, Concorde soared at 60,000 feet, allowing its passengers to witness the earth's curvature and the deep blue of outer space. For Brian Walpole, who piloted this engineering masterpiece at Mach 2, it was an experience like no other - a demanding, thrilling and ultimately life-changing career.

Captain Concorde by Brian Walpole OBE (with Graham Lacey) provides a unique perspective on the precision and skill required to control an aircraft that was the darling of the world's elite. Not to mention transporting the Ryder Cup on the flight deck or paying tribute to Queen Elizabeth II with a flypast of Royal Yacht Britannia in Barbados!

But beyond the glamour and awe, he reveals the intense pressures and behind-the-scenes challenges that came with commanding the world's fastest passenger plane.

Many memories from a remarkable life fill the pages of this book: the intriguing flight and faith journey of a young man who went from the tranquillity of the Surrey Hills to the supersonic heights of the most iconic plane in aviation history, and along the way had a surprising encounter with a God-fearing journalist which changed his life forever.

"Few civilian pilots have reached the heights or speeds Brian Walpole did and this well-written account treats both his flying and his journey of faith with equal honesty, insight and wisdom."
J.John, Reverend Canon

"A delight to read, Captain Concorde is a wonderfully entertaining true story and will capture the imagination of all, from the most cynical of engineers, to those who dreamt of flying on Concorde and never got the chance, to those who have questions about faith and who Jesus really is.”
Josh McDowell, Author and Apologist

"The success of Brian and the Concorde Division exceeded every expectation and was a joy to be part of."
Jock Lowe, Concorde Captain

About the Author

Brian Walpole =============

Captain Brian Walpole OBE joined the RAF as a pilot, before entering into civil aviation with BOAC, which later became British Airways. He rose through the ranks to become BA’s first Concorde division General Manager, responsible for the world’s most advanced commercial aircraft. Brian was married to his late wife Rosemary for nearly six decades, and they have three children, thirteen grandchildren and an ever-growing number of great-grandchildren.

Graham Lacey ============

Graham Lacey has been a Christian for more than fifty years. In his working life, he traversed the globe, and frequently flew on Concorde in his role as strategic helper and trusted confidant to leaders and evangelists worldwide. He is the author of a number of books, including Take My Life.