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Join John Tye as he discusses his career and life as a Concorde Pilot

Following the successful launch of his memoir, ‘Life of a Concorde Pilot - From the Orphanage to The Edge of Space’, Captain John Tye will host a welcome reception, followed by a two course meal on Saturday 2nd March, the 55th anniversary of the first Concorde flight from Toulouse.  This will be followed by an in depth presentation and the opportunity to ask John questions before the evening concludes with a book signing session.

John has a wealth of knowledge and amusing anecdotes to share accumulated over his 46 year career in aviation, 35 of which were as professional pilot. The pinnacle of course being the 3 action packed years flying Concorde. John was one of only 134 pilots ever to do so for British Airways.

Please note the minimum age for participation is 16 years, and participants aged 16-18 years must be accompanied by an adult (over 18 years).  Participants under the age of 18 years will be given an alternative to Champagne. 

Your Evening includes:

• Welcome Fizz Reception at 6.30pm
• Two course Concorde Captains' Dinner in the prestigious Clubhouse at 7pm.
• Presentation and Question and answers with Concorde Pilot John Tye

Menu

Winter savoury, juniper and, garlic Confit leg of duck, pressed dauphinoise potato,
sautéed cavalo nero and hispi cabbage, red currant, duck jus.
or
Fried Portabella mushroom, porcini pearl barley risotto, water cress velouté,
poached hens’ egg, carrot and beetroot game chips

Port poached pear William, Jude’s very vanilla ice-cream, toasted hazelnut crumb