Sir – I applaud Adrian Reynard for his bid to preserve RAF Bicester, acknowledging its aviation heritage, while also growing amenity and business opportunities for the community (Report, November 15). It is good to see a substantial investment being made in this facility without depending on the use of public funds. I note that Sir Tony Baldry is supporting rival bidder Bomber Command Heritage.
I do not see the reasons why our MP would favour this bid which I understand needs substantial public funding from Cherwell District Council in comparison with Dr Reynard’s bid, which requires none.
As a retired RAF Tornado, and currently Airbus pilot, I understand the unique significance of Bicester aerodrome in the Royal Air Force’s proud history; a point fully appreciated in Adrian Reynard’s plans.
As a council tax and tax payer, I would be very uncomfortable if any of the rival bids for the airfield was unfairly assisted by the offer of financing from public bodies when a respected independent solution is in the running for this acquisition.
Captain David Wildridge, Caulcott
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