Richard Browning

Richard Browning is a real-life Tony Stark.

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.

Browning has made it his life’s mission to put man in the air. Extraordinary.

This daredevil is clearly on fire. Rocket man Richard Browning leaves a trail of sparks behind him.

No one embodies the spirit of adventure like Richard Browning

The man behind the jet-pack flying suit on what it's like to be a real-life Tony Stark.

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.

Icarus rebooted: the man who achieved human flight. Truly inspirational.

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.

A Guide to Inventing the Impossible from the Man Who Learned to Fly

**As seen on Top Gear** 
 
'Richard Browning is a real-life Tony Stark.' - Wired 
 
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For fans of Adrian Newey, Guy Martin and Chris Hadfield, in Taking on Gravity inventor Richard Browning tells the inspiring story behind his iconic jet suit, and shares his creative principles for generating true innovation. 
 
From Icarus to Iron Man, the dream of human flight has always inspired and challenged us. Now, with his pioneering jet suit, Richard Browning has redefined what is possible. 
 
Richard Browning's story is one of groundbreaking innovation. Building an aviation business from his garage, he has invented a whole new form of personal flight - a fantasy previously reserved for the pages of science fiction. His iconic jet suit has captured the imaginations of millions around the world, triggered ongoing developments in technology and engineering, and inspired a new generation of creative minds to pursue their dreams. 
 
In Taking on Gravity, Browning reveals the creative principles of his multimillion-pound company, Gravity Industries, and shows us how grass-roots innovation can disrupt established industries in exciting and unexpected ways. On this journey into the sky we'll experience what it's like to take flight, to test the limits of the human body, and to convert moonshot ideas into tangible results. 
 
The Gravity story is an inspiring example of human creativity and our ceaseless desire to push the boundaries of what is possible. Where we go next is up to you. 
 
READERS LOVE THE 'TAKING ON GRAVITY' STORY 
 
***** 'Tony Stark Lite' 
***** 'Must read for anyone looking for inspiration to continue pursuing their dream' 
***** 'Taking on Gravity by Richard Browning is equal parts inspiring, inquisitive, soulful and ultimately a fantastic read that I will return to again.'

Richard Browning

Praise for Taking on Gravity