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Smiling Wings Day, 19th April 2008, Perth, Scotland
Aviation Without Borders, in association with the Scottish Aero Club hosted its first "Introduction to Aviation Day" in Scotland on Saturday 19th April 2008 at Perth Aerodrome. The event was supported by EADS and The Scottish Aero Club, who also kindly offered the use of their clubhouse.Our guests were children from Reach and The Murray Foundation, who were invited with an accompanying adult to enjoy a day at Perth Aerodrome. The weather was bright and sunny but with a fresh easterly wind.
The "Introduction to Aviation Day", affectionately known as Smiling Wings Day, began with a slide show and a short talk on flying, presented by the chairperson of the Club, Keith Boardman. The guests were then divided into smaller groups and were escorted on a tour of the hanger by experienced pilot members of the club who demonstrated the workings of the aircraft.
Lunch was served in the Aviator Restaurant at the aerodrome and afterwards some flights were arranged to "test" the weather conditions. Fortunately it was not too turbulent and the decision was taken to continue with the flying. By the end of the afternoon all the children and parents experienced a 30-minute flight and enjoyed the views in the clear visibility. Those waiting on the ground in the seating area of the clubhouse enjoyed improving their tans in the beautiful sunshine.
All the passengers thoroughly enjoyed their trips and amongst the children, parents and pilots there were many smiles. The generosity, enthusiasm and support from all that the Scottish Aero Club was much appreciated and the day was rewarding for all concerned.
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