Airbus UK Broughton









  Airbus UK
  Broughton FC
  Flintshire
  CH4 ODR
  Ground:
  Tel: 07793 904976

  Manager

  Andy Preece
 
Secretary
  Mick Mayfield


  
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)
 
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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.
   As the number of clubs in the WP was culled at the end of the 2009-10 season Airbus recorded their highest ever finish in seventh to secure a place in the twelve club league from August 2010.

 
 Airbus UK Playing Record 1991-2011
 
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
19
2008-09
Welsh Premiership 12th
34
12
3
19
47
57
39
20
2009-10
Welsh Premiership 7th 34
12
12
9
49
37
49
21
2010-11
Welsh Premiership 8th
34
11
8
13
53
52
41

 
Manager:  Andy Preece

   Andy Preece was appointed Airbus manager in January 2012 following the temporary stewardship of Gareth Owen.
   Preece gave up a similar post with NPL Northwich Victoria to join The Planemakers.
   Evesham born Preece scored 125 league goals in 500 appearances for a host of clubs including Carlisle, Bury, Blackpool, Crystal Palace, Stockport and Wrexham. He was transferred for fees in excess of half a million pounds in a fifteen year playing career.
  When that ended Preece took to management with Bury, Worcester City and Northwich Victoria.
 

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Andy Mulliner
A hugely experienced goalkeeper Andy stepped in after Nicky Bulmer was injured in October 2011. To date Andy has more than 470 WP appearances to his name having played for Llansantffraid, Aberystwyth, TNS, Rhyl, Bangor City, Connahs Quay, Newtown, Caersws and Welshpool. Before his return to action he had played for Ellesmere Rangers. Formerly a Port Vale apprentice Andy has also played for Telford United and Curzon Ashton.
(Dob:  03-01-1971)
Nicky Bulmer
Chester born Nicky was on Manchester United's books as a schoolboy before moving on to QPR. He enjoyed a loan spell with Hayes & Yeading but was released in 2010. Made ten WP appearances for the Broughton side before suffering an injury which ruled him out.
(Dob:  06-09-1991)
Danny Taylor
Former Shrewsbury Town apprentice Danny Taylor broke into The Shrews first team and played league matches against Dagenham and Accrington but was released in May 2011 and joined Airbus UK soon after. Danny has appeared for Airbus at rightback.
(Dob:  01-09-1991)
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)
Adam Worton
Fullback or midfielder Adam joined Newtown from local rival Caersws in November 2006. Made some 150 first team appearances for The Robins before joining Airbus for a small fee in August 2011. Redditch born Adam began his career at Hereford United.
(Dob:  10-04-1987)
Gavin Cadwallader
Tall centreback who joined Aberystwyth upon his release by Shrewsbury Town in February 2007 and moved to Newtown during the summer of 2008.  Gavin is the son of former Welshpool Town manager Gareth Cadwallader.  A native of Shrewsbury, Gavin made a couple of Football League appearances for the then Gay Meadow side.
(Dob: 18-04-1986)
Tommy Holmes
A Birkenhead born defender Tommy moved to TNS from Tranmere Rovers whom he had joined as an eleven year old, powerful attacking defender.  However after eleven season and close on 300 first team appearances for the full timers he was allowed to leave and join Airbus during the summer of 2011.
(Dob:  01-09-1979)
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)
Danny Grannon
A tall commanding centre half Danny joined Airbus from coast rivals Colwyn Bay in September 2011. His previous clubs include West Kirby.
(Dob:   08-03-1984)
Glenn Rule
A Birkenhead born defender or midfielder Glenn began his career as a Chester City apprentice and went on to make 26 Football League appearances for The Seals. Upon his release he moved to Colwyn Bay and briefly Stalybridge Celtic before arriving at Broughton in June 2011.
(Dob:   30-11-1989)
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)
Craig Whitfield
A pacey young striker, Craig broke into football with the TNS academy having previously figured for both Shrewsbury and Wrexham at schoolboy level. In Welsh Premier circles Craig has played for TNS and Cefn Druids before moving to Latham Park on loan during the summer of 2010.
(Dob:  16-08-1989)

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Kristian Rogers
Chester born Kristian began his football career as an England Schools International who went on to make more than fifty first team appearances for Wrexham. He has also kept goal for Sheffield United, Macclesfield, Worksop and Northwich Vics.  In Welsh domestic football Kristian has totted up more than a hundred league starts, mainly for Port Talbot Town, and now for Airbus whom he joined in August 2009.
(Dob:  12-04-1984)
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)
Giovanni Feliciello
A left footed defender Gio joined Airbus upon his release from his home town side Chester City, after a brief trial period with Conference outfit Altrincham.
(Dob:  21-11-1989)
Matty Woodward
A tall composed left footed defender or midfielder, Chester born Matty signed for Airbus from Upton AAA in January 2008.
(Dob:  14-06-1983)
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)
Rhys Roberts
Promising young defender who joined Llangefni from Bodedern during the summer of 2004, made a couple of Welsh Premiership substitute appearances with Bangor City during 2003-04.  Signed for Airbus from Porthmadog during the summer of 2009.
(Dob:  24-03-1986)
Matty Cook
A former Welsh Under 19 International who has played for Leigh RMI, Matthew joined Cefn Druids from Chester City in the summer of 2005. Matt missed much of the 2007-08 season following a serious injury and joined Airbus during the summer of 2008.
(Dob:  07-09-1985)
Jack Abraham
Highly promising teenage midfielder who caught the eye at Flint during this 2008-9 season. A former Liverpool youth, Jack signed for Airbus during the summer of 2009.
(Dob:  07-08-1985)
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)
Ashley Williams
  
  
  
A skilful passing midfielder, Chester born Ashley progressed through the Manchester City youth system but was released and signed for local junior club Upton AAA.  After a spell with Vauxhall Motors he joined Airbus during the summer of 2008.
(Dob:  08-10-1987)
Paul McManus
Promising youngster who signed for Airbus in August 2009 after spending the second half of the 2008-09 season with Bangor City.  Paul began his career with Chester City for whom he made more than 30 first team appearances.
(Dob:  22-04-1990)
Andy Moran
A former Everton apprentice, Andy caught the eye in the all conquering Rhyl side of 2005 but unfortunately also suffered an eight month ban after a failed drugs test.  Has since played for Colwyn Bay, Fleetwood and Prestatyn Town before arriving at Broughton during the summer of 2010.  Boasts an outstanding goalscoring record in WP circles of 115 goals from 183 starts as the 2010-11 season gets underway.
(Dob:  07-10-1979)

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Kristian Rogers
Chester born Kristian began his football career as an England Schools International who went on to make more than fifty first team appearances for Wrexham. He has also kept goal for Sheffield United, Macclesfield, Worksop and Northwich Vics.  In Welsh domestic football Kristian has totted up more than a hundred league starts, mainly for Port Talbot Town, and now for Airbus whom he joined in August 2009.
(Dob:  12-04-1984)
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)
Giovanni Feliciello
A left footed defender Gio joined Airbus upon his release from his home town side Chester City, after a brief trial period with Conference outfit Altrincham.
(Dob:  21-11-1989)
Matty Woodward
A tall composed left footed defender or midfielder, Chester born Matty signed for Airbus from Upton AAA in January 2008.
(Dob:  14-06-1983)
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)
Rhys Roberts
Promising young defender who joined Llangefni from Bodedern during the summer of 2004, made a couple of Welsh Premiership substitute appearances with Bangor City during 2003-04.  Signed for Airbus from Porthmadog during the summer of 2009.
(Dob:  24-03-1986)
Matty Cook
A former Welsh Under 19 International who has played for Leigh RMI, Matthew joined Cefn Druids from Chester City in the summer of 2005. Matt missed much of the 2007-08 season following a serious injury and joined Airbus during the summer of 2008.
(Dob:  07-09-1985)
Jack Abraham
Highly promising teenage midfielder who caught the eye at Flint during this 2008-9 season. A former Liverpool youth, Jack signed for Airbus during the summer of 2009.
(Dob:  07-08-1985)
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)
James MacIntosh
     
       
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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 MacIntosh, James previously played for Chester area side Christleton.
(Dob:  06-02-1983)
Paul McManus
Promising youngster who signed for Airbus in August 2009 after spending the second half of the 2008-09 season with Bangor City.  Paul began his career with Chester City for whom he made more than 30 first team appearances.
(Dob:  22-04-1990)
Andy Mitchell
Promising youngster who signed for Airbus in August 2009 after spending the second half of the 2008-09 season with Bangor City. Andy began his career with Chester City.
(Dob:  18-04-1990)
Carl Owen
A Bangor based striker who broke into the City side as a teenager but is better remembered for his lengthy association with Porthmadog.  Carl joined Rhyl during the summer of 2008 after netting some 49 goals in 128 WP starts and then moved to Broughton during the summer of 2009.
(Dob:  09-04-1980)
Marc Lloyd Williams
Hugely experienced striker who has the league record number of goals to his name.  This stood at 302 from 3587 starts prior to the 2009-10 campaign.  "Jiws" is best remembered for his time with Bangor City but has also played for Aberystwyth, TNS, Rhyl and Porthmadog in the Welsh Premier.  He also has 75 League appearances to his name from spells with Stockport County, Halifax and York and has Conference experience with Southport.
(Dob:  08-02-1973)

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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)
Phil Palethorpe
A calm, confident goalkeeper, Phil began his career with Tranmere Rovers and then Chester before playing in the Conference North for Tamworth during a loan period. He returned to Chester but was released after one first team appearance and joined Airbus in August 2008 where he has been first choice ever since. 
(Dob:   17-09-1986)
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)
Giovanni Feliciello
A left footed defender Gio joined Airbus upon his release from his home town side Chester City, after a brief trial period with Conference outfit Altrincham.
(Dob:  21-11-1989)
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)
Matty Woodward
A tall composed left footed defender or midfielder, Chester born Matty signed for Airbus from Upton AAA in January 2008.
(Dob:  14-06-1983)
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)
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)
Ashley Williams
A skilful midfielder, Ashley progressed through the Manchester City youth system but released and signed for local junior club Upton AAA.  After a spell with Vauxhall Motors he joined Airbus during the summer of 2008.
(Dob:  08-10-1987)
Matty Cook
A former Welsh Under 19 International who has played for Leigh RMI, Matthew joined Cefn Druids from Chester City in the summer of 2005. Matt missed much of the 2007-08 season following a serious injury and joined Airbus during the summer of 2008.
(Dob:  07-09-1985)
George Stewart
London born winger George joined Airbus on loan from Wrexham FC during the January 2009 transfer window.  He qualifies for Northern Ireland for whom he has represented at Under 17 and 19 level.
(Dob:  17-06-1990)
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
     
       
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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
A striker signed from Chester area side Christleton during the summer of 2007.
(Dob:  15-12-1980)
Jon Slater
A tall strong old fashioned centre forward. Jon was Llandyrnog's leading goalscorer in their three season's in the Cymru Alliance despite playing at centre half when needed.  Has also played for Rhyl reserves in the Welsh Alliance and Dyrni's local rivals Denbigh Town.  Signed for Airbus from WP rivals Caersws in July 2008.
(Dob:  31-10-1982)
Matt Head
A Birkenhead born striker, Matt is currently on loan from Conference side Wrexham until the end of the 2008-09 season. 
(Dob: 28-06-1991)

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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)
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 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.
(Dob:  20-12-1984)
Andy Thomas
Well travelled utility player whose previous WP clubs include Connahs Quay, Cwmbran and Newtown.
(Dob:  14-12-1977)
Gareth Owen
Experienced former Wrexham midfielder who joined Connahs Quay from Doncaster Rovers in July 2003, spent much of 2002/03 season on loan at Northwich Victoria. Appointed Airbus player manager in June 2005.
(Dob:  21-10-1971)
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)
James Hussaney
Pacey striker who had spells with Notts County and Chester City, more locally with Flint Town United and Buckley Town.  Joined Connahs Quay during the summer of 2005 and Airbus in October 2005.  Also on Cymru Alliance forms with Halkyn United.
(Dob:  14-12-1978)
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
     
       
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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
A striker signed from Chester area side Christleton during the summer of 2007.
(Dob:  15-12-1980)

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Adam McGee
Goalkeeper who replaced Paul Whitfield in October 2005.  Adam is also on Cymru Alliance forms with coast rivals Flint Town United.  Made his Welsh Premier debut at Port Talbot on 22nd October 2005.
(Dob:  12-10-1987)
Stuart McIntosh
Towering goalkeeper who returned to fitness in January 2006 after a long absence through injury.  Brother of centre forward James McIntosh.  Previous clubs include Cefn Druids and Chester area club Christleton.
(Dob:  20-07-1981)
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)
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 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)
Danny Farrell
Promising young defender or midfielder born in Chester, Danny signed for The Planemakers in March 2006.
(Dob:  22-06-1988)
Steve Hopkins
St Asaph born defender joined the club in the summer of 2004.  Spent four seasons with Connahs Quay following his release from Wrexham FC in 1999 and made 138 appearnances for the Nomads.
(Dob:  12-04-1980)
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.
(Dob:  20-12-1984)
Steve Futcher
Chester born midfielder from a famous footballing family, previously with Rhyl, Cwmbran Town, Connahs Quay and Newtown.  Joined The Planemakers from Ashton in September 2005.  Renowned for his skilful passing game and as the scorer of "long range" goals.
(Dob:  24-10-1976)
Andy Thomas
Well travelled utility player whose previous WP clubs include Connahs Quay, Cwmbran and Newtown.
(Dob:  14-12-1977)
Gareth Owen
Experienced former Wrexham midfielder who joined Connahs Quay from Doncaster Rovers in July 2003, spent much of 2002/03 season on loan at Northwich Victoria. Appointed Airbus player manager in June 2005.
(Dob:  21-10-1971)
Simon Davies
Skilful midfielder who made 11 Premiership appearances for Manchester United where he gained a Welsh Cap before joining Luton Town for £150,000 in 1997.  Joined Bangor City from Rochdale in July 2001, has since played for TNS and Rhyl totalling more than a hundred WP apperances.  Simon signed for Airbus in February 2007. A Welsh International
(Dob: 23-04-1974)
Leigh Williams
Former Crystal Palace trainee, previously with Vauxhall Motors and Caernarfon.  A hard working midfielder who joined Airbus after a spell in the Unibond First Division with local rivals Colwyn Bay.
(Dob:   09-10-1974)
Alan Richardson
Mansfield born midfielder who joined the club during the summer of 2006 from St Werburghs during the summer of 2006. A member of the Royal Infantry.
(Dob:  29-08-1982)
Leon Farr
     
Midfielder who joined the club during the summer of 2006.
(Dob:  22-06-1988)
Ryan Crawford
Moved from the Scarborough area to study at Chester University, initially played for Hawarden rangers and has Welsh Premier experience with Connahs Quay Nomads.
(Dob:  09-03-1984)
James Hussaney
Pacey striker who had spells with Notts County and Chester City, more locally with Flint Town United and Buckley Town.  Joined Connahs Quay during the summer of 2005 and Airbus in October 2005.  Also on Cymru Alliance forms with Halkyn United.
(Dob:  14-12-1978)
Ryan Maloney
Young striker previously with Bury FC.  Chester born Ryan joined The Planemakers in July 2006.
(Dob:  09-12-1986)
Chris Moores
Pacey striker who came into Welsh football with Bangor City and went on to play for Caernarfon Town and coast rivals Colwyn Bay.  Wirral born Chris, who previously played for Warrington Town,  then returned to English football but joined Airbus from New Brighton in January 2006.
(Dob:  25-05-1979)
James MacIntosh
     
       
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Chester born striker whose strong running offers the perfect outlet for his midfield colleagues.  Top goalscorer for Airbus in 2001-02, brother of goalkeeper Stuart McIntosh, James previously played for Chester area side Christleton.
(Dob:  06-02-1983)
Darren Williams
Tall, hard working striker joined Buckley Town during the summer of 2004, previously with Cefn United where he initially gained his goalscoring reputation.  Joined Cefn Druids from Connahs Quay Nomads in March 2005 and then Airbus in October 2006.
(Dob:  04-11-1981)
Dave Hughes
Pacey young striker who joined The Planemakers during the summer of 2005 having previously played for Coventry University.  Scored some important league and cup goals at the start of the current season.
(Dob:  08-02-1982)

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Adam McGee
Goalkeeper who replaced Paul Whitfield in October 2005.  Adam is also on Cymru Alliance forms with coast rivals Halkyn United.  Made his Welsh Premier debut at Port Talbot on 22nd October 2005.
(Dob:  12-10-1987)
Stuart MacIntosh
Towering goalkeeper who returned to fitness in January 2006 after a long absence through injury.  Brother of centre forward James MacIntosh.  Previous clubs include Cefn Druids and Chester area club Christleton.
(Dob:  20-07-1981)
Dave Purcell
Right sided defender who joined The Planemakers during the summer of 2005.
(Dob:  31-07-1985)
Dean Tuft

 
Defender equally at home as fullback or centreback.  A former Everton apprentice who joined Airbus from Connahs Quay during the usmmer fo 2005.
(Dob:  26-09-1981)
Gareth Sudlow
Tall young defender signed from Newtown during the summer of 2005, previously with Buckley Town and Wrexham FC.
(Dob:  06-10-1983)
Paul Connolly
Tall young defender who began his career at Chester City and joined Airbus in September 2005 after a season with Bala Town in the Cymru Alliance.
(Dob:  28-04-1984)
Scott Williams
Spent several seasons at Wrexham making 32 Football League appearances before a brief stay at Rochdale.    Led Bangor City through the controversial Welsh Cup Semi Final success against Afan Lido and to a well earned Winners Medal at The Racecourse in May 2000.  A Welsh Under 21 International who teamed up with old Racecourse mate Gareth Owen during the summer of 2005.
(Dob: 07-08-1974)
Steve Hopkins
St Asaph born defender joined the club in the summer of 2004.  Spent four seasons with Connahs Quay following his release from Wrexham FC in 1999 and made 138 appearnances for the Nomads.
(Dob:  12-04-1980)
John Davies
   
 
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.
(Dob:  20-12-1984)
Steve Futcher
Chester born midfielder from a famous footballing family, previously with Rhyl, Cwmbran Town, Connahs Quay and Newtown.  Joined The Planemakers from Ashton in September 2005.  Renowned for his skilful passing game and as the scorer of "long range" goals.
(Dob:  24-10-1976)
Andy Thomas
Well travelled utility player whose previous WP clubs include Connahs Quay, Cwmbran and Newtown.
(Dob:  14-12-1977)
Gareth Owen
Experienced former Wrexham midfielder who joined Connahs Quay from Doncaster Rovers in July 2003, spent much of 2002/03 season on loan at Northwich Victoria. Appointed Airbus player manager in June 2005.
(Dob:  21-10-1971)
Leigh Williams
Former Crystal Palace trainee, previously with Vauxhall Motors and Caernarfon.  A hard working midfielder who joined Airbus after a spell in the Unibond First Division with local rivals Colwyn Bay.
(Dob:   09-10-1974)
Craig Jones
Promising young winger signed from Buckley Town in November 2004, son of former Bangor and Oswestry midfielder Brynley Jones.
(Dob:   20-03-1987)
Jimmy Husband
  
   
Attacking midfielder who has experience with Tooting & Mitcham, signed for Airbus during the summer of 2005.
(Dob:  20-01-1985)
James Hussaney
Pacey striker who had spells with Notts County and Chester City, more locally with Flint Town United and Buckley Town.  Joined Connahs Quay during the summer of 2005 and Airbus in October 2005.  Also on Cymru Alliance forms with Halkyn United.
(Dob:  14-12-1978)
Anthony Williams
Striker signed from Welsh Premiership rivals Cefn Druids in January 2006.  Prevously played for Cymru Alliance side Lex X1.
(Dob:  04-08-1982)
Chris Moores
Pacey striker who came into Welsh football with Bangor City and went on to play for Caernarfon Town and coast rivals Colwyn Bay.  Wirral born Chris, who previously played for Warrington Town,  then returned to English football but joined Airbus from New Brighton in January 2006.
(Dob:  25-05-1979)
James MacIntosh
       
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Promising young striker whose strong running offers the perfect outlet for his midfield colleagues.  Top goalscorer for Airbus in 2001-02, brother of goalkeeper Stuart McIntosh.
(Dob:  06-02-1983)
Dave Hughes
Pacey young striker who joined The Planemakers during the summer of 2005 having previously played for Coventry University.  Scored some important league and cup goals at the start of the current season.
(Dob:  08-02-1982)
Stewart White
Striker signed from Rhyl in February 2006 where he was a regular goalscorer for their Welsh Alliance side.
(Dob:  31-01-1984)

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Andy Hughes
         
Tall young goalkeeper whose previous clubs include Telford United and Newtown, signed for Airbus from local rivals Connahs Quay Nomads.  Younger brother of team mate Steve Hughes.
(Dob:  06-11-1983)
Paul Whitfield
St Asaph born Paul Whitfield is a former Wrexham FC professional who made 18 first team appearances for The Racecourse side.  He made a total of 25 Welsh Premiership loan appearances for Connahs Quay & Newtown whilst with The Dragons, moved to Bangor during the summer of 2004, and joined Airbus in October.  A Welsh Under 21 International.
(Dob:  06-05-1982)
Stuart MacIntosh
     
         
Tall, imposing goalkeeper who has Welsh Premiership experience with Cefn Druids, previously with Chester area side Christleton.  Likely to miss much of the 2004-05 season due to serious injury.
(Dob:  20-07-1981)
Paul Dodd
     
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Vastly experienced defender who no-nonesense approach sometimes attracts the attention of referees.  Previous clubs include Windsford, Buckley Town, Holywell and Winsford.
(Dob:  27-10-1962)
Neil Rigby
Vastly experienced defender who previous clubs include Bangor City, Colwyn Bay and Vauxhalls FC. Joned Airbus in December 2004 from Vauxhalls.
(Dob:   07-11-1971)
Steve Hopkins
St Asaph born defender joined the club in the summer of 2004.  Spent four seasons with Connahs Quay following his release from Wrexham FC in 1999 and made 138 appearnances for the Nomads.
(Dob:  12-04-1980)
James Dean
       
Promising young Chester born defender who has Welsh Premiership experience with Oswestry Town and Caernarfon Town who joined Airbus during the 2003-04 season.
(Dob:  19-03-1984)
John Davies
 
Defender signed from Flint Town,  soon after his release by Chester City,  during the summer of 2004.
(Dob:  20-12-1984)
Ben McKean
     
Crewe born defender signed during the summer of 2003 from Christleton.
(Dob:  14-02-1983)
Stephen Hughes
       
 
Very tall, competitive midfielder who works hard in the Airbus midfield.  Scored on a regular basis from midfield and as a striker.  Older brother of goalkeeper Andy Hughes.  Previously with Holywell.
(Dob:  31-07-1978)
Tinashe Mutanha
   
Zimbabwe born defender or towering utility player formerly with Lex X1 and Llandudno Town.
(Dob:  14-01-1973)
John Dowridge
     
 
Right footed centre midfielder signed from Blacon YC during the summer of 2002, twin brother of defender Paul Dowridge.  Has Cymru Alliance experience with local rivals Flint Town United.
(Dob:  21-11-1977)
Bob Ruffell
       
Midfielder who featured in the Cymru Alliance championship winning side.
(Dob:  24-10-1983)
Adam Kelly
Former Caernarfon Town midfielder signed during the summer of 2004.
(Dob:  23-05-1984)
Simon Peers
Midfielder signed from Christleton in August 2004.
(Dob:  27-07-1979)
Ray Redmond
Midfielder signed from Ashville FC in November 2004.
Craig Jones
Promising young winger signed from Buckley Town in November 2004.
(Dob:   20-03-1987)
Lee McElmeel
Powerful attacking midfielder signed from Chester area side Blacon Youth during the summer of 2004.
(Dob:  00-00-1900)
Richard Smart
     
Tall left sided attacker signed from Christleton during the summer of 2003, a student at Chester College.
(Dob:  16-03-1982)
John Farrell
       
Tricky right winger with an eye for a goal, Chester born John previously played for Christleton.
(Dob:  28-11-1980)
Craig Garside
Former Everton FC apprentice who joined Airbus from Bangor City in March 2005.  Craig has captained Wales at Under15, 16 and 19 and gained an excellent reputation at those levels.
(Dob:  11-05-1985)
Andy Thomas
       
Well travelled utility player whose previous WP clubs include Connahs Quay, Cwmbran and Newtown.
(Dob:  14-12-1977)
Jamie Vietch
   
Promising young midfielder.
(Dob:  04-12-1983)
Danny Andrews
Promising young midfielder signed from the Liverpool FC Academy in November 2004.
(Dob:   09-10-1986)
James Hussaney
       
 
Pacey striker who had spells with Notts County and Chester City, more locally with Flint Town United and Buckley Town.
(Dob:  14-12-1978)
James MacIntosh
       
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Promising young striker whose strong running offers the perfect outlet for his midfield colleagues.  Top goalscorer for Airbus in 2001-02, brother of goalkeeper Stuart McIntosh.
 
(Dob:  06-02-1983)
Ian Marsh
     
Youngest of the three Marsh brothers, a promising young striker.
(Dob:  01-07-1983)
Craig Williams
Goalscoring forward signed from Cymru Alliance side Gresford Athletic in November 2004, brother of former Gresford & Bangor City midfielder Gareth Williams.
(Dob:   30-12-1979)
Simon Andrews
Striker signed from Chester area side Upton AAA in November 2004.
(Dob:  21-02-1982)
Lee Acott
Pacey striker who took the eye with Flint Town United in the Cymru Alliance.
(Dob:  16-03-1977)
Colin Quirke
Striker signed from Caernarfon Town during November 2004, previously with Vauxhall  Motors FC.
(Dob:  24-07-1985)