William Langewiesche, professional pilot, journalist, and author of nine books, died on June 15, 2025. He was 70.
He wrote for many publications, including a stint at FLYING Magazine in the late 1970s.
William Langewiesche, Acclaimed Journalist and Pilot, Dies at 70
Son of ‘Stick and Rudder’ author leaves lasting legacy in aviation and investigative writing.
Key Takeaways:
- William Langewiesche, a professional pilot, journalist, and author, passed away on June 15, 2025, at age 70, leaving a legacy as one of the world's leading investigative writers.
- He was renowned for his diligent on-site research and artful writing, covering critical global issues such as war reporting, nuclear weapons proliferation, aviation safety (including the 9/11 aftermath), and marine shipping, earning multiple National Magazine Awards.
- Son of Wolfgang Langewiesche, author of the seminal aviation guide "Stick and Rudder," William was also a professional pilot and writer on flight, with his final impactful work on nuclear escalation appearing shortly before his death from cancer.
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