Matt Dearden

RAF Halton book talk
2026-04-14 | RAF Halton, Halton Aero Club, Bldg 287 Aviation Avenue, HP22 5PG
Members only book talk.

Sleap Airfield book talk
2026-02-19 19:00 - 20:00 (Europe/London) | Sleap Airfield, Harmer Hill, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY4 3HE, United Kingdom
Book talk with signed copies available to purchase afterwards.

Royal Aeronautical Society, Chester
2026-01-14 17:30 | Airbus Broughton Wings Club, Chester Road, Broughton, Chester, CH4 0DR, United Kingdom

Private Event
2025-12-12 12:00 - 18:00 | Shropshire
Invite only book talk.

AEROCLUB and Cornwall Strut at BODMIN AIRFIELD
2025-11-19 19:00 | Bodmin Airfield, Cardinham, Bodmin, Cornwell, PL30 4BU, United Kingdom
Come and join me at Bodmin Airfield for an exciting talk of what it is was like to go from answering emails to flying the most dangerous routes in one of the world’s last frontiers: Papua. Aeroplane crashes, tropical diseases, tribal villages and jagged, jungle covered mountains all featured in his remarkable career and in what Channel 4 described as the “Worst Place to be a Pilot”. I disagree with that title and this evening’s talk will answer the question of how do you land on a 30% up-sloping runway (and take-off again)?
You are very welcome to join us for a meal in the Clubhouse before the talk but please remember to book first on 01208 821419 especially if dining at our AeroDine Cafe. Meals start from 17.30 and the talk commences at 19.00.

Leicester Aero Club Book Talk
2025-10-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Leicester Airport, Leicester Aero Club, Leicester, LE2 2FG, United Kingdom
I’m delighted to have been invited to Leicester Aero Club (where my Cub is based), where I’ll be giving a talk all about my adventures flying the Pilatus Porter as a bush pilot in Papua, Indonesia. I’ll also bring along copies of my book, Flying from Shangri-La, for sale which I’ll happily sign for you.
This is a free event, and the club bar will be open, serving drinks and refreshments throughout the evening.
Hope to see you there!

North Wales book talk
2025-09-08 19:30 | Beaufort Park Hotel, Beaufort Park Hotel, New Brighton Nr Mold, CH7 6RQ, United Kingdom
Come join me for an evening with the The Clwyd Aviation Enthusiast Group at the Beaufort Park Hotel..,New Brighton Nr Mold.
I’ll be sharing what it was really like to live and work in what Channel 4 describe as The Worst Place to be a Pilot. Arrival from 5pm for food and drink before the talk which starts at 19:30. Everyone is welcome!

Breighton Airfield: STOLFest social
2025-09-06 18:00 | Breighton Airfield, Breighton Airfield, Breighton, YO8 6DS, United Kingdom
Join me for the last STOLFest event of the year where I’ll be giving a talk on flying the ultimate STOL aircraft, the Pilatus Porter, and what it was like to fly it in the mountains of Papua, Indonesia. It’s a very laid back event with food and drink available from the GB STOL Gravel Bar as well as onsite camping or local B&Bs if you fancied staying the night.

LAA Rally – Book talk & sales
2025-08-31 11:00 - 11:45 | Leicester Airport, Leicester Aero Club, Leicester, LE2 2FG, United Kingdom
Join me at the LAA Rally held at Leicester Airfield for the second of two exciting talks all about what it was like to fly the Pilatus Porter in the mountains of Papua, Indonesia. I’ll be at the rally all weekend with a stand selling signed hardback books if you’ve not got your copy yet or just wanted to chat.

LAA Rally - Book talk & sales
2025-08-29 12:00 - 12:45 | Leicester Airport, Leicester Aero Club, Leicester, LE2 2FG, United Kingdom
Join me at the LAA Rally held at Leicester Airfield for the first of two exciting talks all about what it was like to fly the Pilatus Porter in the mountains of Papua, Indonesia. I’ll be at the rally all weekend with a stand selling signed hardback books if you’ve not got your copy yet or just wanted to chat.
