Ayr Utd's chairman David Smith and vice-chairman Fraser Macintyre have returned from an incredible journey to the World Cup. They flew across to Boston in the single-engine plane dubbed ‘Ayr Force One’.
What happened?
The trip was a thrilling adventure for the duo, with chairman David as co-pilot and Fraser flying for 22 hours, with stops in Iceland, Greenland and Canada.
Why it matters for Ayr Utd
Fraser described the journey as 'mindblowing', with the highlight being the flight into Greenland. David said the atmosphere was incredible, both before and after the game.
Current context
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| League standing | 7th in Scottish Championship |
| Points | 39 |
| Recent form | LLLWL |
| Last result | Ayr Utd 0-1 ST Johnstone (2026-05-01) |
The trip was a unique experience, with Fraser admitting there were some aviation firsts along the way. David dubbed himself 'head of entertainment, catering and asking stupid questions' for the journey. The Ayr Utd chairman and vice-chairman had an unforgettable experience at the World Cup. Their journey was an exciting adventure, and they were thrilled to be a part of it.
As Ayr Utd looks to the future, they are currently sitting in 7th place in the Scottish Championship, with 39 points from 36 games. Their recent form has been LLLWL, with their last result being a 0-1 loss to ST Johnstone on 2026-05-01.
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