Helidays Whingers
It never ceases to amaze me how some people in this country always have to complain ,even when others are doing something good as volunteers to raise money for charity.
Helidays only exists because enthusiasts put their hands in their pockets and guarantee the bills ,or spend their own money to come and help.The stalls help to pay for the fencing and Air Traffic etc ,and if you want something better,then there is the whole town within easy walking distance at no charge In addition ,this year ,because the military were out doing their duty and had to cancel participation ,there were no landing fee charges and the event was well supported by sympathetic civil owners and operators to compensate.More than 50 in fact,most of whom just enjoy having somewhere different to go.
The question of safety is also uppermost in the organisers minds..with the CAA visiting and the local Council watching it has to be .During the event the landing area IS an airfield and one might ask those who object to being "controlled,when was the last time you were allowed to wander at will over any airfield that is active?
After 16 years I think the organisers have a good idea of what they are doing and HeliDays has raised the best part of half million for local charities,including The Helicopter Museum.
So next time Whingers Anonymous why not volunteer to help instead of finding fault.Understanding what goes into organising and running the Show might help you see the light ! Otherwise do everyone a favour and stay away.The other 20,000 odd people who visit each year won't miss you !