Loraine Lyons

Loraine's Wing walking

Fundraising for The RAF Association (RAFA)
£2,526
raised of £1,000 target
by 61 supporters
RAFA Wing Walking 2023
Campaign by The RAF Association (RAFA) (RCN 226686 (England & Wales) - SC037673 (Scotland))
Intrepid RAF Association fundraisers will take to the skies riding the wing of a glorious 1940s Boeing Stearman biplane with the world famous AeroSuperBatics team

Story

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When I was a little girl I had a reoccurring  dream about tying  leaves from my grandmothers  chestnut tree to my arms and being able to fly. After thinking of ways to turn my dream into reality, when I turned 16 I took up skydiving, which I enjoyed for many years but then reluctantly gave it up as life took on a new path, getting married and raising a family.

I turned 60 in August and I wanted to mark this milestone with an alternative way that would satisfy my dream of being able to fly like a bird.

I have always wanted to wing walk. People think I’m crazy but when you have an itch, you just have to scratch it!

As the years pass the urge grows stronger and definitely one  to tick off my bucket list.  

Although I will be paying for the actual experience myself, I want to also raise money for a worthy cause with your help.

I’m all signed up to carry out this long awaited dream on the 14th of May. While this is very much for me, I thought I would take this opportunity to ask my family and friends to help raise some money with me for charity. There are many charities out there and many I have supported through the years. 

I have chosen The Royal Air Force Association because they are helping to make my dream become a reality!

This is a very important charity that has helped our brave men and women in the RAF  It’s an extremely worthy cause and one I would be proud to support and help raise money for.

About the campaign

Intrepid RAF Association fundraisers will take to the skies riding the wing of a glorious 1940s Boeing Stearman biplane with the world famous AeroSuperBatics team

About the charity

The RAF Association (RAFA)

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RCN 226686 (England & Wales) - SC037673 (Scotland)
The RAF Association is dedicated to supporting serving and former RAF personnel and their families. Whether it's an injured airman fighting to get back onto his feet, a young daughter missing her parent away on overseas operations or a WWII veteran needing a shoulder to lean on, we are here to help.

Donation summary

Total raised
£2,525.74
+ £509.22 Gift Aid
Online donations
£2,525.74
Offline donations
£0.00

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