Review
The breathtaking account of their successful odyssey; it's an inspiring story of courage and a determination to make a difference. --Prestige Hong Kong, November 2008
When Jennifer Murray's husband bought a share in a helicopter, little did she imagine that a few years later she would be attempting to circumnavigate the globe via the North and South Poles, having already become the first woman to fly solo around the world in a helicopter. After her hopes were dashed in a near fatal crash, never one to give up, Murray and fellow pilot Colin Bodill attempted the daring journey for a second time. Adding yet another world record to their respective lists, they also managed to capture some truly stunning images to serve as lasting memories. --Kee Magazine
Suddenly we have two new and immensely human, role models for making the most of each and every one of our active years. --Culture Hong Kong, Nov/Dec 08
When Jennifer Murray's husband bought a share in a helicopter, little did she imagine that a few years later she would be attempting to circumnavigate the globe via the North and South Poles, having already become the first woman to fly solo around the world in a helicopter. After her hopes were dashed in a near fatal crash, never one to give up, Murray and fellow pilot Colin Bodill attempted the daring journey for a second time. Adding yet another world record to their respective lists, they also managed to capture some truly stunning images to serve as lasting memories. --Kee Magazine
Suddenly we have two new and immensely human, role models for making the most of each and every one of our active years. --Culture Hong Kong, Nov/Dec 08
When Jennifer Murray's husband bought a share in a helicopter, little did she imagine that a few years later she would be attempting to circumnavigate the globe via the North and South Poles, having already become the first woman to fly solo around the world in a helicopter. After her hopes were dashed in a near fatal crash, never one to give up, Murray and fellow pilot Colin Bodill attempted the daring journey for a second time. Adding yet another world record to their respective lists, they also managed to capture some truly stunning images to serve as lasting memories. --Kee Magazine
Suddenly we have two new and immensely human, role models for making the most of each and every one of our active years. --Culture Hong Kong, Nov/Dec 08
When Jennifer Murray's husband bought a share in a helicopter, little did she imagine that a few years later she would be attempting to circumnavigate the globe via the North and South Poles, having already become the first woman to fly solo around the world in a helicopter. After her hopes were dashed in a near fatal crash, never one to give up, Murray and fellow pilot Colin Bodill attempted the daring journey for a second time. Adding yet another world record to their respective lists, they also managed to capture some truly stunning images to serve as lasting memories. --Kee Magazine
Suddenly we have two new and immensely human, role models for making the most of each and every one of our active years. --Culture Hong Kong, Nov/Dec 08
Product Description
In May 2007 two helicopter pilots, Jennifer Murray and Colin Bodill, set a new world record, becoming the first pilots to fly around thw world via the South and North Poles. This is the inspiring story of their second, and this time successful, flight. Featuring journal entries and stunning photography, Polar First is an epic tale of their fivr-an-a-half-month journey over 25 countries, flying more than 33,000 nautical miles. It is a remarkable story of courage and sheer determination.
About the Author
Jennifer Murray, 65, is U.S. born and UK educated. She entered the Guinness Book of Records in 1997 as the first woman to circumnavigate the globe in a helicopter, raising over $100,000 for Save the Children. In 2000, Jennifer and Colin broke more records by flying around the world in their respective craft faster than anybody else. In 2001, Jennifer and Colin flew the London Sydney Air Race, setting a new world speed record. Jennifer has 3 children and 5 grandchildren. Awards & Honours 1997 Silver Medal - Royal Aero Club, Guinness Book of Records 2000 Britannia Trophy - Royal Aero Club, Guinness Book of Records Brabazon Cup, Harmon Trophy, Inducted in Forest of Friendship 2004 Postage stamp issued in The Gambia in her honour 2005 Inducted into the Rhode Island Aviation Hall of Fame
