Explora Books Features Charles Cone’s Burning Desire to Fly at London Book Fair, Highlighting a Century of Service and Family Devotion
Explora Books will feature Burning Desire to Fly by Charles Cone during the 2026 London Book Fair, taking place March 10-12, 2026, at Olympia London. The book is a memoir that balances the demands of military service with the quiet, persistent commitments of family life, marking the author’s recent 100th birthday on January 5th. The book offers a look at a life shaped not only by aviation but also by responsibility, devotion, and careful attention to those closest to him.
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, 11th Feb 2026 – From his childhood in rural New York during the Great Depression, Cone’s life was marked by challenge and determination. The loss of his mother, financial hardship, and health obstacles might have closed the path to flight, yet Cone’s determination to fly became a guiding principle. He earned his wings through the Navy’s rigorous cadet program in World War II, then continued his military career in the Air Force, with service spanning Korea, the Cold War, and active duty in Vietnam. In each chapter, service is not presented as duty alone; it is paired with awareness of the costs to his family and the constant negotiation between personal ambition and shared life.
Cone’s family plays a central role in the story. His wife, Jo, and their children endured frequent moves, long absences, and the uncertainty of military life. The memoir does not shy away from these challenges, offering reflections from his children on the strain and the support that defined their household. Through these passages, the reader sees the human side of service—the ways devotion to country intersects with devotion to home.
Beyond military accomplishments, Burning Desire to Fly details Cone’s later years as a volunteer pilot, transporting patients who needed medical care. These acts, quietly rendered, reflect a continuing commitment to service and community. The recently released book trailer offers a visual entry point into this layered narrative, reflecting a memoir that values steadiness over spectacle and experience over performance.
Structured around the themes of persistence, faith, and dedication, the memoir provides a window into both the technical and personal aspects of a life in flight. Readers are invited to consider the balance of duty and family, and the choices that define a life lived in both spheres.
Watch the book trailer and stay tuned to Explora Books’ official platforms for updates on the upcoming new edition of Burning Desire to Fly.
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