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Book SynopsisRichard Browning is the founder of human propulsion technology start-up Gravity Industries Ltd, which he officially launched in March 2017 after inventing, building and patenting an Iron Man-like' flight system, the Daedalus flight suit.
A former Royal Marine reservist, Richard worked on a number of innovations and new technologies at BP before becoming involved in several start-ups, including a solar project in Kenya, lighting schools via reconditioning old car batteries.
His passion for flight and his vision for Gravity are inspired by his father, an aeronautical engineer and inventor.
Trade ReviewRichard Browning is a real-life Tony Stark. * Wired *
Like afterburner in the veins! Inspires you to rethink the impossible. * Tucker “Cinco” Hamilton, F-35 Test Pilot *
Learning how to leave the ground in Richard's invention felt like every dream I’ve had of flying. * Adam Savage *
Browning has made it his life’s mission to put man in the air. Extraordinary. * Daily Mail *
The king of the rocket men. * Red Bull *
This daredevil is clearly on fire. Rocket man Richard Browning leaves a trail of sparks behind him. * The Mirror *
No one embodies the spirit of adventure like Richard Browning * Craig Glenday, Guinness World Records *
Inspirational. * Daily Express *
The man behind the jet-pack flying suit on what it's like to be a real-life Tony Stark. * Stuff *
His brilliant book delves into the incredible journey that led to the realisation of the flight suit, his influences, unconventional thinking and of course exactly what it's like to soar around the skies like a real-life superhero. * The Malestrom *
Icarus rebooted: the man who achieved human flight. Truly inspirational. * The Book of Man *
Starting with Tupperware and sticky tape, Richard Browning was determined to reach for the stars... as this engaging book shows. Interspersed throughout are lessons you can learn from Browning's success. * Daily Mail - Book of the Week *
