Information for the traveller.
Aviation Paintings of the Year On Show
The Guild of Aviation Artists’ 49th Open Annual Exhibition at London’s Mall Galleries runs from July 22-28. With more than 400 original works of art on display from 150 artists, the exhibition is expected to attract art buyers and enthusiasts from around the world. A wide range of techniques and styles, from watercolour to oil, pen and ink to acrylic will be on display. Walkabout critiques by a senior guild member will be given on July 25 at noon and again at 6pm, while painting demonstrations will be taking place throughout the week. For more details see the guild’s website: www.gava.org.uk
Opening times: July 22 (by invitation only) July 23-27 10am to 5pm (July 25 – to 8pm) July 28 10am to 12.30pm Admission: Free Catalogue: £5
Flying Eye Hospital Returns to the UK
Sight-saving charity Orbis, is bringing its heavily modified Douglas MD-10, N330AU (c/n 46800) Flying Eye Hospital to next year’s Farnborough International Airshow (July 20-24).
The aircraft is the world’s only flying ophthalmic teaching hospital and represents an extraordinary alliance between the medical and aviation industries. The charity provides local eye care profess…
