In late May 2026, I will climb into the cockpit of my 1977 Piper PA28 Turbo Arrow III and set course for the vast North Atlantic — bound for the world's biggest general aviation convention, EAA AirVenture at Oshkosh, Wisconsin, arriving on 19 July 2026.

The round trip will cover more than 12,000 miles of flying through some of the most remote and unforgiving landscape on earth — from the wind-swept Faroe Islands and the volcanic terrain of Iceland, across the immense Greenland ice sheet, and onward over the vast Canadian wilderness before reaching the United States.

This adventure is about more than fulfilling a personal dream. I'm using the Oceanic Adventure to raise £50,000 for Aerobility, a charity that helps disabled people experience the joy and freedom of flight.

I've long been associated with Aerobility, whose mission I believe in deeply. In March 2024, I helped raise £8,300 for the charity through a round-Britain marathon flying challenge. This time, over the course of six months, the goal is far more ambitious.

If every one of my viewers and followers donates just £1, we'll reach the target easily. £2 and we'll smash it. Please be as generous as you can.