A Magnificent Book of Aviation Photography in Aid of St Vincent de Paul. A Unique Collection of Aviation Photography over Ireland.
The team behind the beautiful Irish Air Spectacular coffee table book has published a second volume just in time for Christmas gifting with all profits going to St. Vincent de Paul. Comprising 160 pages of breathtaking aviation photography against the backdrop of Ireland’s spectacular landscape, Irish Air Spectacular 2 is available to purchase online, as well as in selected bookshops.
Volume 2 features remarkable aircraft that have graced Irish skies in recent years including significant events such as US President Joe Biden’s visit, the Aer Lingus American Football game at the Aviva, Harry Styles’ concert at Slane, and the visit of the Red Arrows to Bray Air Display in 2023. Magnificent views from the cockpit as well as rare air-to-air photographs of aircraft in flight are included in this very special production. Fans of aviation, great photography, and Ireland’s beautiful scenery will all enjoy what promises to be a treasured Christmas gift.
Commenting on the publication, the editor Sé Pardy said, “€400,000 has been raised by the aviation community for St Vincent de Paul from sales of Irish Air Spectacular, and accompanying calendar since it was first launched in 2020, and Breakfast Fly-Ins at Bray, Rush, Foynes, Ormond Flying Club in Birr and Weston Airport. A big thank you to everyone who has generously supported these fundraising efforts for what is a very worthy cause. I would encourage everyone who can to treat themselves, a loved one, or a colleague to a copy of this beautiful second volume. We need to continue to raise funds for families and children experiencing challenging times.”
Also commenting was the National President of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SVP), Rose McGowan who said, “Irish Air Spectacular 2 is a remarkable venture and a tribute to Sé Pardy and all the volunteers who have helped to put it together. While enjoying the book you will be pleased to know that you are also making a terrific contribution to the work of the Society of St Vincent de Paul. This work has never been more important as so many people continue to face very hard choices with an increasing rise in the cost of living. In 2022 we received 220,000 calls for help from all over Ireland. So, the profit from the sales of this book will be a great help in meeting the financial and emotional challenges faced by the thousands who approach us for support.”
Renowned Irish coastal landscapes such as Skellig Michael; the Donegal coastline; Blessington Lake, Co. Wicklow; Lambay Island; Tuskar Rock Lighthouse, Co. Wexford; Spike Island, Cork; Bray coastline; Newgrange, Co. Meath; the Aran Islands; Clew Bay, Co. Mayo and Ben Bulben, Co. Sligo feature in this beautiful collection along with distinctive landmarks including the cranes of Harland and Wolff shipyard in Belfast; Dublin Port; Trinity College; Dublin’s Poolbeg chimneys; Birr Castle and Dublin Airport;
Irish Air Spectacular is available to purchase from www.irishairspectacular.ie. The book costs €40 plus postage. The last order in time for delivery pre-Christmas is Tuesday 19th December. The online shop offers a secure one-tap solution. All other deliveries outside of County Dublin can take up to 14 working days. The book is designed and printed in Ireland by the Offaly-based company, Brosna Press.
