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Key Points for Richard De Crespigny

  • In November 2010, Richard De Crespigny was the pilot of the Qantas Singapore/Sydney flight when one of the engines exploded. He saved 460 lives when they were able to safely land the aircraft in Singapore.
  • The incident brought into play Richard de Crespigny’s considerable skills involving teamwork, problem solving, judgement, knowledge, experience and putting years of highly-skilled training into practice.
  • Captain de Crespigny flew the 747 Jumbo for 18 years and was the first line captain to convert to the world's largest passenger aircraft - the Airbus 380 - in 2008.
  • Melbourne-born and educated Captain de Crespigny joined Qantas in 1986 following a career with the Royal Australian Air Force. During his time with the RAAF, he acted as Aide-de-Camp to two former Governor Generals Sir Zelman Cowen and Sir Ninian Stephen.
  • Author of best seller, QF32 and his second recently published book, Fly.
  • Made a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) 2016.

Topics for Richard De Crespigny

  • Innovation
  • Aviation
  • Travel

Testimonials for Richard De Crespigny

Easy to work with, great keynote, very well received by the audience. Great delivery.
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