Former Aviation Director Jailed for Child Sexual Offences in Winchester

Date: 3 July, 2025

A former aviation company director has been jailed for a string of sexual offences against three children, following a police investigation into abuse that spanned several years.

Matthew Myatt, 57, of Cripstead Lane in Winchester, was sentenced to four years in prison at Winchester Crown Court on Friday, 27 June. He was also ordered to sign the Sex Offenders’ Register indefinitely, and was handed both a restraining order and a Sexual Harm Prevention Order imposing strict limits on his internet use and contact with children.

Myatt, who previously ran an aviation business based at Popham Airfield, admitted to sexually abusing two of the victims at the airfield between 2016 and 2022. He also engaged in explicit online communication with a third girl, and coerced one of the victims into sending indecent images of herself in exchange for money.

The offences came to light in April 2022, when they were reported to police. Myatt was subsequently charged and pleaded guilty to multiple offences, including:
• Sexual activity with a child
• Causing or inciting child prostitution or pornography
• Possession of indecent images of a child
• Sexual communication with a child
• Sexual assault

Detective Constable Victoria Cobley, who led the investigation, praised the victims for their bravery:

“Myatt abused his position of trust to commit these offences, which have had a devastating impact on the victims,” she said. “He persistently pursued three girls over a number of years for his own perverse gratification. Their courage in speaking out about what he did is extraordinary, and it is because of their bravery that Myatt is now in prison.”

Authorities are urging anyone affected by child sexual abuse to come forward. Survivors can contact police in confidence by calling 101. Support is also available through local and national organisations, including:
• Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary: Support Resources
• Childline: 0800 11 11
• NSPCC: 0808 800 5000 (for adults affected by abuse or concerned for a child)