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An Aviator's Journey: Tales of a Corporate Pilot Paperback – September 19, 2015

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Aviators are passionate about aviation. Once you get the bug you are addicted for life and there is no need, or desire, to search for a cure. It is that passion and addiction that gives you the determination, perseverance, and motivation to pursue a career in aviation. This is the story of one such aviator who discovered his passion for flying as a young boy. Then, as a young adult, embarked on a journey to pursue and achieve his dream of becoming a pilot. This dream took him from Venezuela to Singapore, to Macao and Hong Kong, and everywhere in between. His journey offers those aspiring to become aviators a glimpse into the fascinating world of corporate aviation. For those individuals already following their own journeys in aviation this book offers them a chance to see the remarkable journey of one of their own.

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September 19, 2015
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Ivan Luciani is a corporate pilot who has logged over 10,000 flight hours flying around the world, and whose aviation career currently spans 34 years. He has flown private and public transport operations in a variety of business jets, including the Bombardier Global Express and, more recently, the Gulfstream 450 and 550. In addition to being a Captain he has also held several managerial posts. While he may be an experienced pilot, he readily and openly admits that, he is definitely an amateur author. Ivan lives in Hong Kong and in Macao with his Thai wife.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform; 1st edition (September 19, 2015)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 347 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 151530583X
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1515305835
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.03 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.98 x 0.72 x 9.02 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #709,158 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Ivan Luciani is a corporate pilot who has logged over 12,000 flight hours flying around the world, and whose aviation career currently spans thirty eight years. He has flown private and public transport operations in the Learjet 31/35A/36/55 series, Cessna Citation II, Dassault Falcon 50, Bombardier Challenger 601 and 605, Bombardier Global Express, Hawker 750/900XP, Gulfstream G450, G550 and, more recently, the G650.

In addition to being a captain he has also performed duties as Chief Pilot, Director of Flight Operations, Aviation Safety Manager, Line Training Captain, Manager of Flight Training, Airworthiness Flight Test pilot and Type/Instrument Rating Examiner (TRE/IRE).

He has also developed and conducted numerous ground training courses such as Crew Resource Management (CRM), Human Factors in Aviation, Cockpit Automation, Security Awareness, and Safety Equipment and Emergency Procedures (SEP).

He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Science from Metropolitan State College and a Master’s degree with Aviation/Aerospace Operations and System Safety specializations from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. He is the author of An Aviator’s Journey – Tales of a Corporate Pilot and Journey Around the World: a G650 pilot’s perspective.

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Hwn

A must read for anyone wanting to fly corporate

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on July 6, 2022

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This is a phenomenal read. Love Ivan’s story of how he got to flying the largest corporate jets in the world

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David HK

An inspirational and entertaining account of an extraordinary corporate aviation career

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 24, 2022

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An Aviator's Journey is an entertaining and easily digestible account of the author's progression from Flight Instructor in Jeffco, Colorado, to Air Ambulance operations in Singapore, and finally to commanding a Gulfstream G650-ER from his current base in Hong Kong. If any aspiring aviator is faced with the perennial question of whether to follow the 'safe' road of an airline flying career, or whether to embrace opportunities in business aviation, become a true aviator and live a life less ordinary, then this book provides much food for thought!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on September 13, 2022

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Not very interesting.

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Chetwyn

Great read if you want to find out what corporate aviation entails.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on September 26, 2020

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Have you ever wondered what life in the corporate aviation world is like? As an airline pilot, I know I have, but never really took the opportunity to look into it. Ivan's book is a great read about one man's path to becoming a corporate pilot, and a look behind the curtain as to what that life involves. He gives insight into how demanding, but fulfilling corporate aviation can be, and the mindset needed to succeed. If you're a student pilot looking to learn more about business aviation, an airline pilot thinking about making the transition, or just an aviation enthusiast, you'll find something in this book for you. But more than simply a tale about what he does, Ivan also shows how you can apply some of the concepts we use in aviation such as risk management and contingency planning to your daily life, whether it be in your finances or your education. An entertaining read that not only serves as inspiration for future generations and leaves you with an appreciation for flying, but provides valuable life lessons as well!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on January 23, 2022

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I follow Ivan on Instagram and I aspire to reach his level of professionalism as well as being able to one day fly the beautiful G650, maybe even the 700. How much he's been able to achieve is inspiring. It's a fun read and I look forward to reading more of what he makes.

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Thota Jawaharlal

I would like to wish Ivan many more “Happy Landings”

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on November 8, 2015

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I have been a helicopter pilot for over 40 years and I have known Ivan since 1999. A Bizjet pilot's life and responsibilities, are totally different from that of an airline pilot. Ivan's book highlights this aspect very well. The scenarios described in the book are unique and fascinating.

He has undergone an incredible journey, chasing his dream from the tender age of 8 years to what he is today: 69 countries and 14 states, 6 licences, Director Flight Operations. This makes it a very memorable journey. He has 11 more years and would probably add more to the list and make it into the Guinness Book of records.

He has a very engaging style of writing. For example, his description of situations wherein he was refused a landing permit, planning to ditch in the Pacific with a 250 lb patient, and when he was told to, “descend to 10,100 metres, launching a rocket” are very well written. As a pilot, when I put myself in his situation, I can well imagine what he and his F/O went through till they landed back safely on terra firma.

This book is an inspirational read, for any young pilot wishing to join the Bizjet segment in the aviation Industry. I would like to wish Ivan many more “Happy Landings”.

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jesus Alberto Diaz

The world of Corporate Aviation " Just another world"

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on October 21, 2015

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I am one of the pilots who had the pleasure to fly with Ivan in 1989 and I think that I was the first pilot to fly Ivan on a
LearJet 35, since that day I was so impressed with the kind of professional that he was, a kind of professional not easy to find, I remember that I asked him in our first flight, what are you doing here? And he told me I want to fly Jets, a Learjet Captain and I asked again, and that’s it?
But Ivan had so many dreams, so many projects and so many studies to put in practice and this is one of them, very well done as he normally does the things.
If you are Corporate pilot you will enjoy the book
If you are Airline pilot it is going to make you think
If you are student pilot it is going to teach you
And if you are a person who likes to read “Welcome aboard”
“Congratulations Capt. Luciani, this has been the best flight of your life”

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Denis Portier

funny and captivating

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 15, 2016

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“There are ‘Pilots’ and there are ‘Aviators’… Captain Ivan Luciani is the latter!”
A truly dedicated Professional, a Leader by example and Mentor to others.
Any words spoken by Ivan is carefully chosen and considered… So is his approach to aviation and human relations.
I met Ivan more than 3 years ago when I was being interviewed to succeed him in managing the Flight Training Department of a large Asian based Corporate Jets Management Company.
His accessibility, his constant willingness to contribute ideas and promote safety initiatives make him a well respected figure in the small World of Corporate Aviation.
His recollection of anecdotes encountered during an aviation career spanning 3 decades, was entertaining, funny and captivating.
I would recommend this ‘easy-to-read book’, to any student or aspiring pilots, while also suggesting to keep a Diary of your personal Journey.
To the existing Professional Aviators, this series of short stories will make you recall some of the most memorable experiences that marked your own Career!

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Matt Starkie

Well worth a read!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on September 28, 2020

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I read this book over the course of a few days. Well worth a read for anyone at all and not just people interested in Flying. Ivan's relaxed and determined personality shines through and this book gives a great insight into the life of a corporate pilot. He comes across as a genuinely nice person. The book is enjoyable to read and the chapters are an ideal length for picking the book up in those spare moments. But be warned it is one of those books that once you begin reading it, it is hard to put down!!

Joao Henrique Alves

Excellent book!!

Reviewed in Brazil 🇧🇷 on December 2, 2020

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I really recommend this wonderful book, the autor has greatly demonstrated his passion for aviation and how to pursue our goals.

Cliente Amazon

Worth reading

Reviewed in Brazil 🇧🇷 on January 1, 2020

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It’s a very good and exciting book. I’m an aviator passionate so I couldn’t stop reading.
Definitely advice for other aviators.

javier

Nice book to read

Reviewed in Spain 🇪🇸 on December 24, 2015

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I could not stop reading this book. It has touchs of humor along with tricky situation stories all accompanied with a love for the aviation by part of the author.

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