Malcolm Kitt completes wing walk to raise funds for Alzheimer’s Society
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UK access industry veteran Malcolm Kitt completed a wing walk at IWM Duxford in Cambridgeshire to raise money for the Alzheimer’s Society. Kitt, who has been diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s, took on the challenge on Sunday, October 4. He said it was something he had always wanted to do. By Tuesday morning after the event, his JustGiving page had raised £1,715 from 53 donations, with a further £361.25 in Gift Aid. Messages of support came in from across the industry.
Kitt takes on wing walk for Alzheimer’s Society
Malcolm Kitt of UK access equipment distributor Independent Access Sales (IAS) completed the wing walk on Sunday, October 4. Strapped to the wing of a biplane, he took off from IWM Duxford in Cambridgeshire as family, friends and spectators watched from below.
Kitt said he had always wanted to take on the challenge. He also hoped the fundraiser would support the Alzheimer’s Society, a charity that has become close to his heart following his diagnosis.
“I have been diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer's and would really like to raise some money to help this amazing charity that is now close to my heart. All donations will be greatly appreciated, I know I'm crazy for doing this, but it is also something I have always wanted to do!”
Donations and messages of support
The Alzheimer’s Society supports people affected by dementia and funds research into the condition. By Tuesday morning after the wing walk, Kitt’s JustGiving page had raised £1,715 through 53 donations, plus £361.25 in Gift Aid. Messages of support were also sent from people across the access industry.
The fundraiser remains open for donations: Support Malcolm Kitt’s wing walk.
About Independent Access Sales
Independent Access Sales is a UK distributor of access platforms, with a range that includes tracked platforms and truck-mounted equipment. The company also provides servicing and maintenance support for access platforms throughout the UK. IAS says it brings 35 years of experience in the access industry.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Malcolm Kitt?
Malcolm Kitt is a veteran of the UK access industry and is associated with access equipment distributor Independent Access Sales.
Why did Malcolm Kitt complete a wing walk?
Kitt completed the wing walk to raise money for the Alzheimer’s Society. He said he had been diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s and that taking on a wing walk was also something he had always wanted to do.
Is Malcolm Kitt’s fundraiser still open?
Yes. Donations can be made through Kitt’s JustGiving page.
