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East of Scotland Strut Celebrates 80th Anniversary

  • Submitted by: Paul McLennan, East Lothian Coast and Lammermuirs, Scottish National Party
  • Date lodged: Friday, 07 August 2026
  • Motion type: Standard Motion
  • Motion reference: S7M-00813

That the Parliament congratulates the East of Scotland Strut of the Light Aircraft Association on celebrating its 80th anniversary; recognises the success of the charity fly-in held at East Fortune Airfield to mark this milestone; notes that the event attracted 27 aircraft from across Scotland and further afield and raised £838.23 for St Columba's Hospice in memory of Pauline Jaffray; commends the efforts of organiser Keith Griggs, the volunteers, pilots, sponsors and supporters who contributed to the event's success; acknowledges the important role that aviation enthusiasts and community groups play in preserving Scotland's aviation heritage and bringing people together; and wishes the East of Scotland Strut every success for the future as it continues to promote recreational flying and to support charitable causes.


Supported by: Heather Anderson, Colin Beattie, Gary Bouse, Miles Briggs, Paul Sweeney