Richard De Crespigny AM

Aviation hero and bestselling author inspiring resilience, leadership, and teamwork

Richard de Crespigny AM is best known as the Qantas A380 pilot who safely landed flight QF32 after a catastrophic engine explosion, saving 460 lives and earning worldwide acclaim.

A former RAAF pilot, Governor-General’s Aide-de-Camp, and one of Qantas’ most senior captains, Richard’s story is one of courage, composure, and extraordinary leadership.

The bestselling author of QF32 and Fly!, he has become one of Australia’s most sought-after speakers, delivering powerful insights on crisis management, teamwork, and decision-making under pressure.

His keynotes inspire organisations to build resilience, stay calm in uncertainty, and lead with clarity when it matters most.

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Key Points for Richard De Crespigny AM

Richard de Crespigny AM’s reputation was forged on flight QF32, where his leadership and calm under pressure saved 460 lives after a catastrophic engine explosion.
His 30-year aviation career, spanning the RAAF to becoming one of Qantas’ most senior A380 captains, gives him unmatched insight into crisis decision-making.
He is the bestselling author of QF32 and Fly!, where he shares the lessons of resilience, judgement, and teamwork that define his journey.
As a speaker, Richard translates this extraordinary lived experience into powerful keynotes that equip organisations to lead with clarity, confidence, and courage in the face of disruption.

Topics for Richard De Crespigny AM

Innovation
Aviation
Travel

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