This is a modern-day David and Goliath story, the tale of the plucky little community airport that took on the might of the giant British Airports Authority and its powerful backers – and won. It is a story of dedication, courage, and faith. The Dream That Wouldn’t Die traces the many twists and turns in the evolution of a business started in the depths of the 1930s depression to the boom times of the 21st century and the new challenges that lie ahead. World war, nationalisation, and political experimentation did not deter the different generations of extraordinary characters who faced enormous challenges with skill and audacity. This book is a testament to entrepreneurial determination and zeal.