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Not directly related to TCT, but her lawyer might want to have a look at this.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vORCkat4gsg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vORCkat4gsg
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Jonzarno.
If you really wanted to ensure your questions were seen you could always email her PR man, Tim Kelly. Pretty sure his address is on one of the recent links.
I know you won't get an answer but we'd know for certain she/they had been given the opportunity to reply. Hell, say the word and I'll do it on your behalf.
If you really wanted to ensure your questions were seen you could always email her PR man, Tim Kelly. Pretty sure his address is on one of the recent links.
I know you won't get an answer but we'd know for certain she/they had been given the opportunity to reply. Hell, say the word and I'll do it on your behalf.
An extract from the 'Bird in a Biplane website located under the 'Speaking' menu. The date is February 2015, some eighteen months after the Africa- UK flight.
Courtesy: Waybackmachine.org and birdinabiplane.com
Tracey Curtis Taylor Aviator, Adventurer, Inspirational Speaker
Four weeks later, the page had been edited to remove any reference to the flight being solo. I believe Sam Rutherford first wrote to Tracey Curtis-Taylor about her claims at about this time.
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Tracey Curtis Taylor Aviator, Adventurer, Inspirational Speaker
Her solo open-cockpit biplane flight from Cape Town to Goodwood was the realisation of
something beyond a dream. It encompassed great adventure and daring in some of the most
spectacularly beautiful and dangerous parts of the world today. (February 4th 2015)
something beyond a dream. It encompassed great adventure and daring in some of the most
spectacularly beautiful and dangerous parts of the world today. (February 4th 2015)
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Further to that..
An Artemis Investments executive had, part-way through the Africa trip, expressed concerns that things weren't quite what it said on the tin.
It would appear that, somehow, Tracey had persuaded him to go home and mind his own business.
On the second round (Oz) it soon became apparent to a number of aviation industry people that they'd been misled.
I suspect that those people then just sat back with a beer, (as we do down here) saying .. 'OK, let's see how this one goes'.
Then, astoundingly, on the third round (USA), the TCT machine continued to shamelessly bang the "Solo Aviatrix" drum .. and even louder.
She's fast running out of places where she'll be welcome - and, TCT and EG, I'd also advise against turning up at Winslow Arizona again expecting fuel, y'hear?
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An Artemis Investments executive had, part-way through the Africa trip, expressed concerns that things weren't quite what it said on the tin.
It would appear that, somehow, Tracey had persuaded him to go home and mind his own business.
On the second round (Oz) it soon became apparent to a number of aviation industry people that they'd been misled.
I suspect that those people then just sat back with a beer, (as we do down here) saying .. 'OK, let's see how this one goes'.
Then, astoundingly, on the third round (USA), the TCT machine continued to shamelessly bang the "Solo Aviatrix" drum .. and even louder.
She's fast running out of places where she'll be welcome - and, TCT and EG, I'd also advise against turning up at Winslow Arizona again expecting fuel, y'hear?
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Yes please! Indeed, if anyone else wants to do so as well to demonstrate that it comes from more than one person, perhaps it will help to get their attention.
I do stress again that if, despite the prima facie evidence quoted, they do have good answers: I stand ready to be convinced.
Yes please! Indeed, if anyone else wants to do so as well to demonstrate that it comes from more than one person, perhaps it will help to get their attention.
I do stress again that if, despite the prima facie evidence quoted, they do have good answers: I stand ready to be convinced.
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Is she editing her new film now? It is due out soon.
She could make a film about near misses, burgling controlled and restricted airspace, poor technique, reckless flying and crashing vintage aircraft though. Solo or two-up, I'd love to watch that!
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Fred Tesson's "learned the error of her ways" comment is important. The error is not just the removal of the S-word, that would have been done from the start. The main error that will be getting edited is the focus on outreach. I believe that material to cut-in may just be a bit thin on the ground.
My understanding of Nylon films is that they make documentaries in a speculative way, they make the film then try to sell it to whoever will buy it.
Am I right in thinking it was first aired on the BBC? BBC are not known as the top-notch payers and they would not have paid top-dollar for it I am sure. Nylon can afford to take these risks.
I very much doubt that the third phase will complete as I don't think the money to do so is there to fund the flight.
Africa to UK - Massive sponsorship, and a film company that could self-finance if necessary.
UK to OZ - Went ahead on the momentum of the previous trip, sponsors still dragged along but queries starting to appear.
Seattle to Winslow - Not much film available, there can't be any worthwhile outreach in the USA.
If it has not happened already, it certainly will, BOEING and ARETEMIS should be asking some rather embarrassing questions of TCT and team. They certainly have grounds to ask for their money back. The Africa to UK trip as mentioned above was funded based on a fundamental lie.
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Boeing and Artemis have never made any comment even when approached by the press.
I would have thought they have some sort of corporate responsibility to answer questions on the solo claims that generated so many global headlines but proved to be lies.
Is there also a requirement to answer shareholders on why they spent considerable sums on the Spirit of Artemis?
Any ideas on who to contact at Boeing?
Dick Turpin appears to be the man who said yes at Artemis.
I would have thought they have some sort of corporate responsibility to answer questions on the solo claims that generated so many global headlines but proved to be lies.
Is there also a requirement to answer shareholders on why they spent considerable sums on the Spirit of Artemis?
Any ideas on who to contact at Boeing?
Dick Turpin appears to be the man who said yes at Artemis.
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Nylon Films were only involved in the first trip (Capetown to Goodwood). The Australia trip was due to be filmed by a private crew funded by Diana Rigg. I don't know which company she hired or what has happened with the footage this far. I also don't know whether they went as far as the USA trip.
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It appears the 'documentary' was commissioned by National Geographic.
This from the Inmarsat website.
I am not sure who writes all this stuff.
Journey into history - Inmarsat
This from the Inmarsat website.
There are few period pictures and movie records of the early flights of the 1920 and 30s, so filming her journey will not only help keep history alive but footage also will be used to educate a new generation of aviation enthusiasts. In this way Tracey hopes to provide young people with an enthralling example of adventure that reflects the great achievements of our pioneering forebears.
Footage from the cameraman, as well as from the cockpit and wings of Tracey’s biplane, has captured stunning shots of the scenery, the challenges and moments of high emotion. This will now be pieced together in a documentary made by Leopard Films and commissioned by National Geographic, to pay homage to Amy Johnson.
Footage from the cameraman, as well as from the cockpit and wings of Tracey’s biplane, has captured stunning shots of the scenery, the challenges and moments of high emotion. This will now be pieced together in a documentary made by Leopard Films and commissioned by National Geographic, to pay homage to Amy Johnson.
She has been flying for many years; taking her first lesson at the age 16 and learning to fly in New Zealand after emigrating there in her early twenties. Later Tracey returned to the UK and became a commercial pilot and a flying instructor.
But her real passion was for vintage aircraft and warbirds. In 1997 she helped organise Duxford’s Flying Legends air shows and later became the first female pilot to be based at the historic Shuttleworth Collection, at Biggleswade in Bedfordshire.
Today she lives in Cambridge, UK, working predominantly with historic aviation and air show organisation.
But her real passion was for vintage aircraft and warbirds. In 1997 she helped organise Duxford’s Flying Legends air shows and later became the first female pilot to be based at the historic Shuttleworth Collection, at Biggleswade in Bedfordshire.
Today she lives in Cambridge, UK, working predominantly with historic aviation and air show organisation.
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JS - I'd take your pick from this lot. As a rough guess, I'd go for both of the Enterprise Core people. If it's not them, they will know whose area of responsibility funding for joy flights belongs. Sorry, I meant outreach, inspirational, empowerment and enabling programmes for wimmin.
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My thoughts are go to the top.
Boeing: Dennis A. Muilenburg
Any thoughts on the email to send to Dennis?
Boeing: Dennis A. Muilenburg
Dennis Muilenburg is chairman of the board, president and chief executive officer of The Boeing Company.
Muilenburg, 52, oversees the strategic direction of the Chicago-based, $96.1 billion aerospace company. With approximately 160,000 employees across the United States and in more than 65 countries, Boeing is the world's largest aerospace company and top U.S. exporter. It is the leading manufacturer of commercial airplanes, military aircraft, and defense, space and security systems; it supports airlines and U.S. and allied government customers in more than 150 nations.
Muilenburg became chairman of the board in March 2016, chief executive officer in July 2015 and president in December 2013.
Muilenburg, 52, oversees the strategic direction of the Chicago-based, $96.1 billion aerospace company. With approximately 160,000 employees across the United States and in more than 65 countries, Boeing is the world's largest aerospace company and top U.S. exporter. It is the leading manufacturer of commercial airplanes, military aircraft, and defense, space and security systems; it supports airlines and U.S. and allied government customers in more than 150 nations.
Muilenburg became chairman of the board in March 2016, chief executive officer in July 2015 and president in December 2013.
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I agree Jonzarno
It would help the thread if someone can put those questions to Dennis in either an email or an old fashioned letter.
I am more than happy to assist with publicity once the letter has been drafted and sent.
He then has two choices.
Reply and give answers.
Ignore and face the press.
It would help the thread if someone can put those questions to Dennis in either an email or an old fashioned letter.
I am more than happy to assist with publicity once the letter has been drafted and sent.
He then has two choices.
Reply and give answers.
Ignore and face the press.
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Islandlad has reminded us of two other related threads:
http://www.pprune.org/aviation-histo...africa-10.html
and
http://www.pprune.org/rumours-news/5...ne-flight.html
I could merge them to this thread, but am hesitating. This thread is already awkwardly long, and merging would place all the posts in chronological order. The result would be that to pick out the newly merged posts, the reader would have to re read the whole (now longer) thread, as they would be scattered all along by date. If there is a persuasive reason to do this, it will be considered. In the mean time, interested readers may follow the links to those threads and read them independently.
http://www.pprune.org/aviation-histo...africa-10.html
and
http://www.pprune.org/rumours-news/5...ne-flight.html
I could merge them to this thread, but am hesitating. This thread is already awkwardly long, and merging would place all the posts in chronological order. The result would be that to pick out the newly merged posts, the reader would have to re read the whole (now longer) thread, as they would be scattered all along by date. If there is a persuasive reason to do this, it will be considered. In the mean time, interested readers may follow the links to those threads and read them independently.
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Tracey Curtis-Taylor (born 1962) is a British aviator who has worked as a commercial pilot and flying instructor in New Zealand.
Q: What sparked your interest in aviation?
I love the early planes. It’s completely romantic and whimsical but that’s my approach to flying. It became a hobby. I’m not interested in modern procedural flying. I’ve never been a professional flyer. I’m just an enthusiastic aviator.
I love the early planes. It’s completely romantic and whimsical but that’s my approach to flying. It became a hobby. I’m not interested in modern procedural flying. I’ve never been a professional flyer. I’m just an enthusiastic aviator.
Go figure. Someone is camping on her Wiki page and seeng that anything they don't approve of is removed toot de sweet, and have been doing so for weeks. They are certainly dedicated.
In fact, I think I'll do it again, now. Let's see how long this one lasts.
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I'd give you fair odds it will TCT herself. I expect she has more time on her hands then she expected at the moment. Airpolice has nicely summed up my understanding...so I'd be interested in any corrections because - like many on here - truth, clarity, transparency & integrity matter a great deal.
Don't sweat it...she can't control Facebook (the Herne Bay vid has been posted on one of her FB pages), Google or Wayback (not to the same degree anyway). The goat is loose and she is not no way in control of it no more. And I have to say that is the least threatening solicitors letter I've ever seen 
Go figure. Someone is camping on her Wiki page and seeng that anything they don't approve of is removed toot de sweet, and have been doing so for weeks. They are certainly dedicated.
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