The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight rehearsing for the RAF 100 Flypast 2018

Out of the DV Window

As this edition of the newsletter is being assembled, the rate of Covid-19 infection nationwide is truly terrifying and it has become obvious that any thoughts of a reunion in the spring are unrealistic. The committee have therefore taken the decision to postpone this year’s reunion until the autumn, when there is a reasonable chance that the danger of spreading the infection will have diminished to the extent that large gatherings can be safely held once more. Our President has been talking to RAF Waddington’s Station Commander with a view to finding a date in late September or early October when we might be able to take advantage of station facilities for our reunion. The good news is that the talks were highly successful and dates have been agreed. The reunion will take place over the weekend 1 - 3 October. A tentative programme is outlined below. If there are any changes, they will be publicised as ‘Stop Press’ on our home page.

It hardly seems possible, but I am reminded that the 2nd of October will be the the 6th anniversary of the IBCC Memorial Unveiling Day in 2015. In view of this, members planning to attend the reunion may wish to the consider a visit there on the Saturday morning.

Membership Matters

New Members
The Association welcomes the following new members:
R Bailey
P Baker
R Butterworth

Updating Changes of Address
A number of newsletters are making their way back to the sender after the Post Office has been unable to deliver them. In view of the escalating cost of postage, please remember to update the Editor/Membership Secretary on any change of address, or change of circumstances.

Email Addresses
The Membership Secretary would be grateful if members would update their email addresses so the membership database can be updated. This information will be used only for membership purposes and will not be disclosed to any third party. It would be particularly useful to be able to quickly contact as many members as possible in these uncertain times.

Membership Fees
Unfortunately, it seems a small number of members are still failing to pay their dues. Despite rising costs, the membership fee has been held to a modest £10 annually. A few members are still contributing much less than that and the Treasurer would be most grateful if cheques, standing orders or direct debits could be updated to reflect the current subscription. Also, please remember that membership fees are due by the 1st of November.