What Flying Taught Me About Myself
In our series “What Flying Taught Me About Myself”, we’re celebrating 2024 scholar Dorothy Stuart — a woman whose journey with Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia (HSP)… Read More »What Flying Taught Me About Myself
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Celebrating our incredible Vice Patron and co‑founder, Tim Prince!
Today we’re delighted to celebrate Tim, who — together with the late Paul Bowen — founded FSDP while they were Directors of RIAT. Their vision… Read More »Celebrating our incredible Vice Patron and co‑founder, Tim Prince!
David’s Birthday
A huge Happy Birthday to David Higham! Today we’re celebrating someone who has given so much to the aviation community — from his dedicated years… Read More »David’s Birthday
Rob’s Birthday
Wishing a very happy birthday to our 2014 Flying Scholar, Rob Lee. Rob’s enthusiasm for aviation and his determination throughout his scholarship made a lasting… Read More »Rob’s Birthday
2026 Bursary News!
Exciting Bursary Update! This year, we have the pleasure of awarding TWO bursaries and revealing their deserving recipients. In 2025, due to the unavailability of… Read More »2026 Bursary News!
Maybe one day and Maybe Me
Applications are closed … but your potential is absolutely not. Let that settle in as you head into the weekend. Because here’s the thing: FSDP isn’t… Read More »Maybe one day and Maybe Me
What Flying Taught Me About Myself
Meet Steve Farrer who took on the challenge of learning to fly and discovered something unexpected along the way. “I’ve dreamt of flying since I… Read More »What Flying Taught Me About Myself
Mark Long Launch Newsletter
Our amazing sponsors, the Mark Long Trust have released their first newsletter to commemorate their launch event, which FSDP were honoured to be invited to. … Read More »Mark Long Launch Newsletter
World Cancer Day – Remembering Richard, an FSDP Scholar Who Found Freedom in Flight
Today, on World Cancer Day, we’re honoured to share words from FSDP Trustee Rachel Greenwood, remembering her late partner Richard — an FSDP scholar whose… Read More »World Cancer Day – Remembering Richard, an FSDP Scholar Who Found Freedom in Flight
Celebrating Trustee Dave Bird – A Champion of Aviation and Transformation Today we’re shining a spotlight on Dave Bird, an FSDP Trustee and microlight pilot… Read More »
Time‑Travel Tuesday
Another gem from the FSDP archives has surfaced. These snapshots capture the very beginning of journeys that shaped futures — and we’d love your help… Read More »Time‑Travel Tuesday
Celebrating our wonderful Trustee, Rachel Greenwood!
It’s Rachel’s birthday today – and we’re delighted to celebrate someone who brings such dedication, wisdom, and heart to FSDP. Rachel plays a vital role… Read More »Celebrating our wonderful Trustee, Rachel Greenwood!