Saturday 22nd November 2025

The Aviators Ball 2025 was a huge success!

Thank you to everyone who attended and supported the evening.

Whether you were attending the Aviators Ball 2025 in person or in spirit, here’s a highlight of all the incredible things that happened on the evening of the 22nd of November at Fairmont Windsor Park..

The spellbinding Charlotte Storey took to the stage as the MC of the evening and did a spectacular job captivating the audience.

Four incredibly well deserved prizes were awarded by none other than The Red Arrows and ESA Astronaut Reserve John McFall.

Malky Padwa received The Gallagher Fundraiser of the Year Award

Scott Vincent received The Gallagher Volunteer of the Year Shield

Clare Johnston received the British Gliding Association Wings of Endeavour Award

Tim Heptinstall received The Pooleys Aviators Sword

The vibrant George Bacon was our auctioneer, showcasing 7 money cant buy and unique auction lots. Surely the highlight was a space related auction item, which sold for over £30,000!

Shona Bowman - Chairman of the Aerobility Trustees took to the stage for one last time to announce that she will stepping down as Chairman. Shona was honoured with gifts from colleagues and supporters all coming together to celebrate her unwavering commitment to Aerobility.

However fear not, Aerobility Trustee Neil Tucker will be taking the helm in the New Year.

The talented Dawn Spink treated us all to a wonderful live song as the Aerobility 2025 film ended, leaving not a dry eye in the house. Then the band Go Go Gadget Legs saw the evening through and filled the dancefloor when it was time for a boogie.