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”one of my favorite non-fiction books”
Hard Landing
Thomas Petzinger Jr. · 1995 · 608 pages
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About the book
Thomas Petzinger Jr. narrates the dramatic history of the American commercial airline industry, from its emergence to deregulation in the 1970s and 1980s. The book follows the behind-the-scenes stories of airlines, pilots, executives, and regulators who shaped modern air travel.
The narrative weaves personal stories together with economic and historical analysis, showing how corporate decisions, fierce competition, and political pressures transformed aviation into an industry in crisis. A comprehensive chronicle of ambition, failure, and the human cost of fierce competition.
Book details
| Author | Thomas Petzinger Jr. |
|---|---|
| Year of publication | 1995 |
| Pages | 608 |
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