Geoffrey Thomas is world renowned multi award winning writer, author and commentator (with a stern yet professional, slightly smug, but responsible look) who has had a holistic view of the aviation industry for more than 40 years.
He has an outstanding reputation...with aviation personnel...
Sounds like a massive case of self-aggrandisement on the part of Geoffrey Thomas. He might think he has an outstanding reputation with aviation personnel, but most people I've met think he's a complete plonker!