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For some people, flying involves abject terror. For others, it's pure joy. My guest is one for whom flying was the latter - but his latest book will surely be helpful for those who find it scary.
Jeremy Burfoot is a Kiwi pilot who started off with the airforce, flew light planes in Papua New Guinea and ended up flying Qantas A380s before Covid grounded him. Since then he's become a consultant and a writer who's determined to demystify the world of aviation.
He notes his release from the cockpit makes him beholden to no one - and free to tell the truth about what's happening at altitude. His book, The Secret Life of Flying, is full of insights - like what those weird noises are on take-off, how well your flight crew really get along, what causes turbulence and why dressing well on a plane might just pay off.
Jeremy joins Kathryn to talk about his career and share some tips.
