Category: bookreview
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Flying Blind
Book: Flying Blind: The 737 MAX tragedy and the Fall of BoeingAuthor: Peter RobisonGenre: HistoryRating: ★★★★ REVIEW Reading Flying Blind felt like a journey through a maze of corporate decisions that led to one of the darkest moments in aviation history. Robison paints a picture where the lines between corporate gain, political influence, and safety…
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Die With Zero
Book: Die with Zero: Getting All You Can from Your Money and Your LifeAuthor: Bill PerkinsGenre: Self-helpRating: ★★★★ REVIEW “Die With Zero” flips the script on how we think about money. Instead of seeing it as the endgame, Perkins tells us to use cash as a tool to live a better, more meaningful life. It’s…
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Ferry Pilot
Book: Ferry Pilot: Nine Lives Over the North AtlanticAuthor: Kerry McCauleyGenre: MemoirRating: ★★★★★ REVIEW Ferry Pilot opened my eyes to an entirely new side of aviation I didn’t really know about. The way McCauley writes about his experiences makes you feel like you’re right there in the cockpit with him on those crazy mission. One…
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Stick and Rudder: An Explanation of the Art of Flying
Book: Stick and Rudder: An Explanation of the Art of Flying Author: Wolfgang LangewiescheGenre: AviationRating: ★★★★ REVIEW “Stick and Rudder” digs into the nuts and bolts of flying not just the “how” but the “why” behind it. For example, Langewiesche explains how pilots don’t just see the ground in terms of flat distances or heights but…
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Same as Ever
Book: Same as Ever: A Guide to What Never ChangesAuthor: Morgan HouselGenre: Self-help, psychologyRating: ★★★ REVIEWWhile many of the principles/mental models in this book might feel familiar to seasoned readers, Housel’s narrative approach keeps the content engaging. TAKEAWAYSCh 2: Hanging by a thread Ch 3: Risk is what you don’t see Ch 6: Wild numbers…
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All Systems Red: The Murderbot Diaries
Book: All Systems Red: The Murderbot DiariesAuthor: Martha WellsGenre: Sci-fiRating: ★★ Buy now on Amazon All Systems Red follows Murderbot, a security robot that’s hacked its own system to gain independence, so instead of following orders, it prefers binge-watching TV. When a research mission goes wrong, Murderbot reluctantly helps the humans survive while they uncover…
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Chip War
Book: Chip War – The Fight for the World’s Most Critical Technology Author: Chris MillerGenre: History, Economics, GeopoliticsRating: ★★★★★ REVIEWA fascinating read on how these tiny chips are at the heart of economic power, military strength, and global politics. Miller connects the dots between technological innovations and the strategic manoeuvres of nations, showing us how…
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Skunk Works
Book: Skunk Works: A Personal Memoir of My Years of LockheedAuthor: Ben R. Rich, Leo JanosGenre: Memoir, Aviation, BusinessRating: ★★★★★ REVIEWSuch an incredible read. It takes you deep into the heart of Skunk Works where some of the most iconic aircraft like the U-2, F-117, and SR-71 were built. It’s laden with detailed accounts of…