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Airbus UK Broughton FC 
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Airbus UK FC Manager:   Craig Harrison (appointed June 2008)
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Secretary:    Mick Mayfield   Tel: 01244 537107   Tel: 01244 524220
Airbus UK
Broughton
nr Chester
Tel: 01244 522393
Tel: 01244 522356		 From the A55 close to Chester take the Broughton turn off and follow signs for the retail park.  With the superstores looming ahead now take signs for British Aerospace and enter the large front of building car park at Aerospace via the traffic lights.  The ground is clearly visible and beyond the barriers, entry along to the left and opposite the social club. 
(The distance from the A55 is around one mile)
Capacity:  Nickname:  The Planemakers
Colours:   Red   INTERNET:
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  Airbus UK Broughton
 History & Honours
     Formed in 1946 the works team of the Aerospace giant have been variously known as de Havilands, Hawker Siddeley, British Aerospace and BAE Systems. In keeping with the variety of names, Airbus have competed both in England - in the Chester & District League -  and Wales as befits as club located close to the border town of Chester.
   In 1992 the Welsh National League (Wrexham area) Second Division title was won after a remarkable season which culminated in 28 wins from 34 matches, 130 goals scored and a 19 point margin over second placed Gresford Athletic reserves.  Following four seasons in the First Division a runners up place to Wrexham colts in 1996 resulted in promotion to the Premier Division.
   After four further seasons in the Premier Division which firstly produced anothers runners up slot - this time to Corwen - in 1999 and then in 2000 Champions ahead of Penycae and with it promotion to the Cymru Alliance.  This elevation co-incided with the change of name from the familiar British Aerospace to Airbus UK.
   They are now in their third season in the Cymru Alliance and have carried out ground improvements at the Broughton ground which lies in the shadow of the aircraft factory which generated the various names mentioned.
   The 2001-02 season saw Airbus UK finish in a creditable 8th position, their best to date, but one upon which they improved the following season to finish 5th.  However in May 2004 The Planemakers were promoted as champions of the CA into the Welsh Premiership under the shrewd management of Airbus worker Rob Lythe.  Initial plans to groundshare with Conwy United were put in place to allow for the construction of retractable floodlights required as the playing area borders the nearby airfield.

 
 Airbus UK Playing Record 1991-2008
 
Season
 Competition 
Pos
P
W
D
L
F
A
Pts
2
1991-92
 Welsh National League Division Two
1st
34
28
3
3
130
39
87
3
1992-93
 Welsh National League Division One
6th
30
15
2
13
93
57
47
4
1993-94
 Welsh National League Division One
6th
28
13
2
13
75
59
41
5
1994-95
 Welsh National League Division One
4th
24
14
3
7
69
49
45
6
1995-96
 Welsh National League Division One
2nd
26
14
9
3
88
42
51
7
1996-97
 Welsh National League Premier 
7th
26
11
3
12
67
70
36
8
1997-98
 Welsh National League Premier
6th
24
11
5
9
68
53
35
9
1998-99
 Welsh National League Premier
2nd
28
19
3
6
89
45
60
10
1999-00
 Welsh National League Premier
1st
30
21
4
5
84
37
67
11
2000-01
 Huws Gray Fitlock Cymru Alliance
11th
31
10
7
14
54
63
37
12
2001-02
 Huws Gray Fitlock Cymru Alliance
8th
34
16
6
12
55
55
54
13
2002-03
 Huws Gray Fitlock Cymru Alliance 
5th
32
17
5
10
70
50
56
14
2003-04
 Huws Gray Fitlock Cymru Alliance 
1st
32
27
4
1
88
31
85
15
 2004-05
 Welsh Premiership
 16th
 34
 5
 9
 20
 36
 76
 24
16
 2005-06
 Welsh Premiership
 15th
 34
 8
 8
 18
 35
 60
 32
17
 2006-07
 Welsh Premiership
 12th
 32
 7
 8
 17
 40
 67
 29
18
 2007-08
 Welsh Premiership
 11th
 34
 11
 9
 14
 36
 44
 42

 
Manager:  Craig Harrison
   After an impressive playing career which included spells with Middlesbrough, Crystal Palace and Preston North End defender, Craig Harrison was appointed Airbus manager in July 2008, following the departute of Gareth Owen to coast rivals Rhyl.
   Harrison had previously worked as assistant to Owen whose record of keeping The Planemakers in the WP on a tight budget he will be keen to emulate.
 

      UPDATED AUGUST 2008


Airbus UK Pen Pictures Pen Pictures Pen Pictures 2008-09
Chris Doran
 		A young goalkeeper signed during the summer of 2007, born in Northern Ireland Chris has previously played for the University of Lancashire.
(Dob:  12-04-1984)
Paul Pritchard
 A small but acrobatic Bangor born goalkeeper, Paul joined Airbus from Connahs Quay during the summer of 2008.  Paul has Cymru Alliance experience with Holyhead Hotspur, Glantraeth & LlanfairPG.
Paul opens the new campaign with exactly 100 WP appearances to his name, two thirds made with Caernarfon Town.
(Dob:   26-05-1984)
Ashley Crossthwaite
 		A Birkenhead born goalkeeper who joined the club from West Cheshire side Heswall and made his Welsh Premier debut for the club in December 2007 after a handful of Loosemores Cup appearances the previous season.
(Dob:  19-12-1987)
Aaron Tyrer
 A goalkeeper previously with Warrington Town, Aaron joined Airbus from Mynydd Isa during the January 2008 transfer window.
(Dob:  26-07-1985)
Ryan Edwards
 Competitive and composed young defender previously with Wrexham FC.  Ryan has Cymru Alliance experience with Halkyn United and Flint Town United, joined The Planemakers during the summer of 2006.
(Dob:  22-06-1988)
Gary Lovell
 Left footed defender Gary joined Airbus in January 2008 after spending the opening half of the season with Bangor City.  He began his career with Tranmere Rovers and has also played for Connahs Quay Rovers.
(Dob:  28-09-1987)
Adam Hunter
 Utility man who can play in defence or midfield, Adam joined Airbus from local rivals Cefn Druids just before Christmas 2006.  He began is career with Chester City and has since played for Prescot Cables and Runcorn.
(Dob:   25-01-1986)
Mark Cadwallader
 Tall defender who came through the youth system at Chester City. Mark had a brief spell in the Welsh Premier with Bangor City and Connahs Quay before joining The Planemakers during the summer of 2008.
(Dob:   08-07-1988)
Mark Allen
 Strong central defender signed from Newtown, previously with Cefn Druids, Bangor City and his home town side Watford.  Mark is a dependable and commited defender who has more than 250 Welsh Premier appearances to his name.
(Dob:   02-09-1976)
Gareth Sudlow
 Tall young defender signed from Newtown during the summer of 2005, previously with Buckley Town and Wrexham FC where he was a member of the youth and reserve sides.
(Dob:  06-10-1983)
John Davies
   
 
German born central defender signed from Flint Town,  soon after his release by Chester City, during the summer of 2004. One of the most promising young defenders in the Welsh Premiership, John was reported to have joined Colwyn Bay during the summer of 2008 but returned to Broughton before the season began.
 (Dob:  20-12-1984)
Wes Kilgannon
 A skilful midfielder who came through the Chester City youth system, Wes has previous Welsh Premier league experience with Caernarfon Town.  Signed for Airbus from Connahs Quay during the summer of 2008.
(Dob:  08-04-1982)
Andy Thomas
 Well travelled utility player whose previous WP clubs include Connahs Quay, Cwmbran and Newtown.
(Dob:  14-12-1977)
Leigh Craven
 Bangor born striker signed from relegated Llangefni in July 2008, previously with Welsh Alliance side Conwy United.  
(Dob:  08-09-1987)
Adam Kelly
 A Chester born midflielder, Adam began his career as an apprentice with his home town side before gaining Welsh Premier experience with Caernarfon Town.
(Dob:  23-05-1984)
Dean Hughes
 Joined Flint Town United as a 12 year old before moving to Chester City at the age of 15 as a goalkeeper. Spent three years at Chester before joining the Army.  Previous clubs include Rhydymwyn where he was leading goalscorer.  Signed for Airbus during the summer of 2007.
(Dob:  01-01-1981)
Danny Desormeaux
 Chester based midfielder first signed from Cefn Druids during the summer of 2004, previously with  Chester area side Christelton Town. Brother of former Airbus striker Joe Desormeaux, re-signed for the Broughton based side during the summer of 2007
(Dob:  15-08-1982)
Phil Molyneux
 Promising young midfielder or striker signed during the summer of 2007 from Connahs Quay, previous clubs include Rhydymwyn and Flint Town United.
(Dob:  25-05-1985)
James McIntosh
     
       
.		 Chester born striker whose strong running offers the perfect outlet for his midfield colleagues.  Top goalscorer for Airbus in 2006-07, brother of former Planemakers goalkeeper Stuart McIntosh, James previously played for Chester area side Christleton.
(Dob:  06-02-1983)
Paul Hallows