The place abounds with rumours, one of which is that the person who owned the field got greedy and sold it to one of those delightful (sic) development companies for £3M, who have now found out that they will not get planning permission for their plans for a holiday park, or some such rubbish. They (the developers) now want to sell it on but for the £3M that they paid. Which they won’t get, of course. Seemingly the airport staff are under redundancy notice and quit 24 January. Meanwhile the airport is open, or closed, at someone’s not too clever dictate.
Yes, seems a very sad end to a lovely little strip. All because of greed. There are claims that it loses money annually, not surprised seeing that the owner seemingly did nothing to make it look good. I mean, look at the mortal remains of the Aviator and the dumping ground of some dear person with no respect for anything, or anyone. Even the local tip looks more inviting. I wish I had the money because Sandown could be made to look good, and be good again, with just a little enthusiasm and right direction.
Intrestingly, the local development plan shows the area as an airport!!!
So if you have a few quid spare and the capability of making the development company involved realise the folly of their ways, I am quite sure that you will be welcomed by many. We are waiting for you!
And, finally, the cafe is open. Super baps, tea, coffee, you name it. (OK Carla?).
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