Glasgow Airport flight makes dreams soar for Lanarkshire boy
Jameson Kinloch, five, was one of several children with life-shortening conditions who enjoyed a magical round-trip flight along Scotland's west coast, thanks to a special event organised by Loganair and Children's Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS).
Jameson, who has SBS and is supported by CHAS through Robin House hospice in Balloch, has a keen fascination with aviation and dreams of becoming a pilot.
Rapunzel laughs with one of the children and their family (Image: Supplied) His mother, Sam Allison, said: "Jameson loves planes and flying – his favourite parts are take-off and landing as he says it feels like he's on a rollercoaster.
"He has wanted to be a pilot ever since they had a career day at his school, so he was very excited to be able to meet the pilot and the co-pilot, who both went out of their way to make him feel very special.
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"Thank you so much to Loganair and CHAS for organising this amazing experience and helping us make such wonderful memories together as a family – we all absolutely loved it."
The flight was part of Loganair's ongoing support for CHAS, now in its fourth year, and the fourth annual CHAS flight experience.
Members of the Loganair and CHAS teams with Spider-Man, Batman, Rapunzel, and Snow White (Image: Supplied) Luke Lovegrove, chief commercial officer at Loganair, said: "Every year we're honoured to create this unforgettable experience for CHAS families.
"It's more than just a flight – it's about joy, imagination, and shared memories.
"Working with CHAS and our incredible partners allows us to make a real difference, and we're proud to play our part."
Before boarding, families enjoyed a VIP experience in the Campsie Lounge at Glasgow Airport, with storytelling, singalongs, and visits from costumed characters.
Laura Swift, senior charge nurse for CHAS at Home, said: "Seeing the children's faces light up with joy as they boarded the plane was just magical.
"From the VIP escort through security to meeting their favourite characters and looking out the windows mid-flight, it was a truly unforgettable experience for everyone involved."
Matthew Wilson, head of aerodrome operations at Glasgow Airport, said: "We're delighted to host the latest CHAS flight at Glasgow Airport.
'Seeing the smiles on the children's faces as they meet their favourite characters and take to the skies is truly heartwarming for us all. We are extremely proud to support this wonderful initiative."
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