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Groundloop 9th Oct 2022 15:40

Guy Ritchie buys Compton Abbas
 
Don't know if I missed it on here or not but thought I would post this just in case:-

https://www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/ne...bbas-airfield/

tinmug 16th Oct 2022 20:53

Prune thread from 2008 about Madonna buying and closing Compton Abbas airfield near her house because of the noise, does she still live there. Her Ex was Guy Richie!

scifi 30th Oct 2022 18:20

No Landing Fees
 
It would be hoped that a man of his social standing would not see the need to charge any landing fees. That would make Compton Abbas a vibrant General Aviation Airfield once again, which we would all need to visit.

pulse1 30th Oct 2022 18:37

Apparently he is not buying the flying school so there seems to be an opportunity for someone else to do so. Some of the school aircraft are for sale along with a nice Stearman.

Romeo Tango 31st Oct 2022 10:36

Talking to those that know the new owner it seems unlikely the airfield will be open in the long term.

Mike Flynn 31st Oct 2022 20:51

Not surprised.

Stearperson 21st Aug 2023 22:04

Looks like flying is limited to hours of 9-5 and a 15 pound landing fee including each touch and go. PPR required.
Also looks like a great place to visit. Are limits like this at all common on UK airfields?

Romeo Tango 22nd Aug 2023 09:25

I was wrong. I hear good things about Compton Abbas

SWBKCB 22nd Aug 2023 11:40

Interesting interview

"6 months into a 3 year plan" gets repeated


SWBKCB 22nd Jan 2024 07:14

BBC - Guy Ritchie's airfield to hold new air show


The Aero Legends Takes Flight: Golden Age of Aviation Air Show promises "thrilling aerial displays, vintage aircraft, and a celebration of aviation history". Benjamin Perkins, managing director at Aero Legends, said: "This event is not just a showcase of our passion for aviation but a tribute to the pioneers who shaped the course of flight history."


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