As the year draws to a close, I would like to pass on my sincere thanks to all those of you who have continued to follow, read, comment and share a common interest with me here at Aviation Trails.
The last year(s) has simply flown by, with almost 70 trails having now been reached. Many visitors have passed through sharing their own experiences or family stories, adding that ‘little extra’ to the trails. The number of airfields I have now visited has increased to over 120 stretching from Scotland in the north to Kent in the south, from the eastern regions to the west of England; a huge area but one in which there are still many, many more airfields and sites yet to visit.
With new resources becoming available, I have manged to update many of the older, original pages with more information, much of which has taken the bulk of my blogging time.
So as 2025 approaches, I would like to take the opportunity to wish you all, wherever you are, a very happy Christmas and a peaceful and prosperous New Year.
Finally, in memory of my father whose experiences and love of aircraft inspired me, is one of his Christmas dinner menus, a festive feast whilst serving in 324 Wing, RAF Deversoir in the early 1950s.
Merry Christmas one and all!
Aviation Trails 
A very Happy Christmas and New Year to you Andy. Keep up the superb work and I look forward to reading yet more of your posts next year. A truly inspiring effort remembering truly inspiring and remarkable men and women. All the best. Martin
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Thank you for your very kind words Martin, it’s good to know you enjoy reading the posts. I certainly look forward to writing many more to pay tribute to those who served during those terrible days of Conflict. Have a great Christmas!
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Hi Friends, across the Pond,
You all have the very best Christmas ever, also. Thank you for your great work, ” We must never forget “. My hats off to all of you.
Thanks Andy, And a very Happy New Year too!
Cheers, Bill
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Thanks Bill. Have a great Christmas and all the best to you and yours!
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Andy, thank you for your tireless efforts to trace these important stories and the history behind them. You make a difference. Happy Christmas, Jean
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Thank you for your very kind words Jean, they really mean a lot to me.
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Thank you, Andy, and a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you, too. I have been so swamped with my own research and writing lately that I have fallen behind on reading your recent posts. I have some catching up to do, but plenty of time to do so over the holidays as I’m taking a holiday break from my blog till the new year. I enjoy reading your articles and learning about all the people and places you introduce me to throughout the year. Keep up the great work and I look forward to what’s coming next year! Cindy Bryan, The Arrowhead Club.
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Thank you Cindy. The amount of detailed research you have been doing has been mind boggling, and quite disturbing at times I should think. Well done to you, I too look forward to more.
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Thank you, Andy!
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The RAF were not only great aviators, Gentleman, they also know how to dine properly – miss the great times.
Luck & Cheers – Col. Mac
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Thank you Col.Mac. They certainly knew how to throw a party!
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Merry Christmas to you, too. I have really enjoyed your posts and eagerly look forward to next year’s content.
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Thank you Mark, I’m glad you enjoy them.
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And a very Merry Christmas to you and yours Andy! And all the very best for 2025!
Now, what shall I have off that menu?!
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Thank you Mitch. I hope things are ok with you.
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Getting there, my friend, getting there!
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Glad to it hear it.
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Thank you for all your posts , I’ve really enjoyed reading them throughout the year .
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Thank you for your kind words.
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