Aviation history takes flight in Fasten eatbelts: Stories of British Civil Aviation, Roger James Newton's debut release. This meticulously researched and vividly narrated book with a range of supporting photographs traces the remarkable evolution of Britain’s civil aviation sector, from its humble beginnings in 1919 to the high-speed innovations of the Concorde and to today’s massive expansion of air travel.
With a background in law and decades of experience working in the commercial and industrial sectors—including a in the Commercial Department of Rolls-Royce (1971) Ltd and later with Lord King of British Airways —Newton brings both insider knowledge and a passion for storytelling. His personal journey began as a teenage plane spotter at Manchester Airport in the 1960s and has since evolved into a lifelong interest in documenting the legacy of British flight.
This book is a tribute to the pioneers, engineers, and everyday heroes who helped Britain become a global leader in aviation. It is about people, ambition, resilience, and national identity.
Fasten seatbelts features captivating chapters on the Berlin Airlift, the rise of British independent airlines, the jet engine revolution, and the world-changing Concorde project and the low-cost revolution which opened up air travel to the masses. Newton seamlessly blends historical events with personal insight and little-known anecdotes, offering readers a unique window into the trials and triumphs of British civil aviation.
With clear prose and a narrative style that appeals to both enthusiasts and casual readers, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in history, engineering, the evolution of global travel or just a general interest as to how today’s air travel came about..
Fasten seatbelts is available now in print and digital formats through major retailers. Join Roger James Newton as he invites readers to buckle up and experience a story of vision, innovation, and the enduring spirit of flight.
So, fasten your seatbelts, because this book is going to take you on a breathtaking journey that you will never forget. Head to Amazon to purchase your copy.
About the author:
Roger James Newton was born in Stockport and attended Stockport Grammar School, followed by the University of Sheffield, where he graduated in Law in 1970. He then trained and practised as a Solicitor in the Greater Manchester area before choosing a career in Industry and Commerce. In early 1974, he joined Rolls-Royce (1971) Limited in Derby as a Commercial Legal Adviser and was later Deputy Company Secretary of the Engineering Group, Babcock International plc. At that time, Lord King of Wartnaby was Chairman of both Babcock and of British Airways.
After holding later management roles in the Food Manufacturing sector, Roger retired from full-time work in 2008 and then established and ran a Legal and Trustee Services Consultancy for the following fifteen years. Roger met his wife, Susan, at Rolls-Royce in the 1970s, and they have lived in Sonning, near Reading, since 1986.
This is Roger’s first book, which presents stories of British civil aviation from its inception in 1919. His interest and involvement in the subject now extends to a period of well over half a century, commencing from his time as a teenage plane spotter at Manchester Airport in the early 1960s.
Book Name: Fasten Seatbelts – Stories of British civil aviation
Author Name: Roger James Newton
ISBN Number: 1969644400
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