Cryptic crossword No 1,995

Haha, very good! Didn’t take much grid-staring to spot ‘it’, well played. Liked 16a, 19a, 1d, 8d and 17d (superb!) - thanks 😁

Thanks Fudgeller, that was fun. I flew from Scotland to the US today and your crossword helped me deal with all that I 'love' about that mode of transport. In any event my favourites were 9a, 12a, 19a, 23a, 7d, and the COTD 17d. More in reply.

Thanks Fudgeller, nicely done - the "thing" soon became apparent and was very useful to complete the solve! Faves 11a, 15a, 16a, 7d & 24d. Spoilers ...