Richard de crespigny biography of christopher
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Personal Aim
“to have fun with (disruptive) technologies to improve our planet and to inspire our young“
Affiliations
Pilot, Qantas (20,000 hrs)
Patron, Disabled WinterSport Australia
Ambassador, St Vincent’s Hospital Ambassador for Quality and Safety
Visiting Lecturer, Australian Graduate School of Policing and Security, Charles Sturt University
Patron, Uiver DC2 Memorial Community Trust
Ambassador, Bloodhound SSC
Fellow, Royal Aeronautical Society (FRAeS)
Graduate, The Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD)
Member, Flight Safety Foundation (FSF)
Authored Books
QF32 (2012) (see QF32 – Awards)
FLY! – the Elements of Resilience (2018)
Education
- Melbourne Grammar (Victoria, Australia) (Matriculation)
- Bachelor of Science (BSc) (Physics and Maths)
- Post Graduate Diploma of Military Aviation (DipMilAv)
Awards
- AM – Member in the General Division of the Order of Australia, by the Governor-General His Excellency General the Honourable Sir Peter Cosgrove AK MC (Retd) for “significant service to the aviation industry both nationally and internationally, particularly for flight safety, and to the community”.
- HonDUniv – Doctor of the University (honoris causa), Charles Sturt University
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Back-story QF32 p 009 – War Stories – from School!
Having been free of world war for over 66 years, it’s understandable why some of the younger generations have sometimes taken our peaceful existence and secure lifestyle for granted. But back in 1945 the world was a very different place and even the life of a school boy was exciting.
Here is a story from my father about his life boarding at school in Victoria, Australia in 1944 and 1945. Dad was a little apprehensive in putting his story to paper, but having read it, I think its a treasure and I’ve convinced Dad that others would enjoy reading it too. It’s all about what flows from a lifetime dedication to passion, execution and discipline. I hope you agree.
Dad’s account below adds a “back story” to accompany the story at “QF32” page 9.
I have also included my two photos of gorgeous ladies in Qantas 1940s uniform to remind other travellers of those wonderful times …
Thanks Dad!
Update October 2014
Defying the laws of mortals, Dad again passes a gruelling 10 minute treadmill challenge as part of the medical for his licence renewal. Another Spitfire flight is on the calendar for September 2015.
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