Set in the early 1970's, 'Tailwinds & Teapots' is an account of Robert Thornton's time spent flying as a BOAC steward. The book gives a unique insight into the life of a BOAC aircrew member, taking the reader on a journey from recruitment and training to a fully-fledged steward working across the globe. BOAC, Britain's national carrier and forerunner to British Airways, was a superb airline. It carried millions of passengers safely and...