The story of how Bruce Dickinson flew with British soldiers from Afghanistan

“In the airline I worked for we always had a plane assigned to take soldiers to places, not to wars, but to bases. Sometimes we also brought people back. And, sometimes, we brought home people who had been in a war, for example, in Afghanistan,” Dickinson said, according to Blabbermouth.

And in addition to his musical career, Dickinson is a passionate aviation pilot. He has flown commercial aircraft and competed in various aerial disciplines, including participation in the British Aerobatic Flight Team. This passion for aviation is reflected in many of his songs and side projects, such as his work with the progressive heavy metal band “Iron Maiden Air Raid Siren.”

At this point, it is worth remembering that, outside of Iron Maiden, Dickinson has undertaken numerous solo projects, releasing several albums in which she has explored a wide range of musical styles, from metal to rock and experimental music. His ability to constantly reinvent himself as an artist has been a standout feature of his career.

The artist continues his story: “They (the soldiers) would go somewhere for two or three weeks to try to readjust and then we would take them back. And on one particular trip, we took the Royal Air Force, who are the ones who tread the mud, the soldiers. They had been in Afghanistan. “It was an unusual trip because we were taking them to their real base, not a military airfield, and then they would get on a bus and go back to their barracks.”

Dickinson has left an indelible mark on the global music scene with both her vocal talent and her versatility and energy on stage. In addition to being a singer, he is a composer, airline pilot, businessman and writer.
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The musician is also known for his skills as a businessman and entrepreneur. He has been involved in various businesses related to aviation, craft beer and technology, demonstrating his ability to excel in various fields outside of music.

In addition to his achievements in the world of music and business, Dickinson is a published author, having written several works ranging from autobiographies to fiction novels and books on military history.