Logline:
A group of dedicated volunteers rescues and restores a rare Short Scion aircraft, reviving a forgotten piece of British aviation history and reconnecting Rochester with its pioneering past.

Short Synopsis:
The Medway Aircraft Preservation Society (MAPS) undertakes the remarkable restoration of a Short Scion, a light transport aircraft once left to rot outside a hangar. Over twelve years of meticulous volunteer work, the team brings the rare plane back to life, preserving not just an aircraft but a vital chapter of Kent’s aviation heritage. Their passion and perseverance ensure that Rochester’s legacy as the birthplace of the Short Brothers aircraft industry is remembered, celebrated, and kept alive for future generations.