Well I was there in '69 (PPL, 50+ hours, several 'O' levels AND budgerigar) at the end of Fairford's runway awaiting the great white bird on its first UK flight / landing with the even-then esteemed Brian Trubshaw at the helm. I noticed the bounce but thought it excusable, arrogant twerp I think of my then-self now! Had taken time off from my first Aviation Job at LTN, loading plastic meals on refresher-coloured aeroplanes for pre-shell-suit package holiday makers: Court Line Catering, now there is a name for the nostalgia buffs. I digress, as is my wont.

Last saw/heard Capt. T. at the GAPAN Concorde lecture afternoon, must be four years ago now, he was fascinating, erudite and charming - Requiescat in Pace. A great loss to us all

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As a young boy I accompanied my father to Filton to deliver some parts from Coventry on behalf of his employer, R.R. For a special treat I was allowed to "ride" the Concorde flight procedure's trainer. Not so much a treat as an insparation, something never to be forgotten, like the aicraft itself and the man who flew it.
Trubby's name on the side of one?. It just has to be.

Now look!...I agree with all the stuff I am reading about Brian Trubshaw, a true aviation Legend [ with a Capitol L ].

But... am I showing my age or what!

No reference to flying Thunderbolts during "the Big one". Typhoons and Tempests also If I remember correctly and of course the English Electric Lightning after the War!

And his nickname "Tubby"?

Come on guys ....there must be dozens of you that can tell us about this great man going way back before 69 and the Concorde!

I have not had the pleasure to meet Capt. Trubshaw but I have read one of his books and saw him on TV after the Paris accident.

He has been a magnificent promoter of a magnificent aircraft and it is indeed sad that he did not live to see her take to the skies again although I am sure he was convinced that was going to happen.

I send wishes of condolence to his family and fully support the idea of naming a BA Concorde in his honor. (I hope BA names airplanes after people and doesn't have to resort to "Trubshaw Castle").

RIP and a good last flight!

Whoops!...Damm memory!

Getting my hero's mixed I'm afraid.

Confusing BT with Roland Beamont, another Legend!