This is the standard German ignition switch/key assembly. This item was a standard feature in all German aircraft during WWI. It came in two versions – for one magnet (rotary) or two (all inline engines). The pilot was able to select off, 1st magnet, 2nd magnet (for testing during pre-flight) or both (standard setting during […]
For most conspicuous bravery, skill and determination, on 7th November 1915, in France. He was patrolling in a Vickers Fighting Machine, with First Class Air Mechanic T. H. Donald as gunner, when a German machine was sighted, pursued, and attacked near Achiet. The German pilot led the Vickers machine over a rocket battery, but with […]
The landing gear in the (re)making. The original build one had to be discarded as the main box material and rivetting were to weak and badly executed. It was also decided to change from the Fokker version to OAV build as the servicing is facilitated.
The Fokker Dvii project was started over 10 years ago as an amateur home build. Unfortunately, the build quality was in not really sufficent for the aircraft to be awarded a Permit to Fly. Therefore about 3 years ago a company with an excellent reputation called Craftlab in Austria was mandated to rectify matters. It […]
Nineteen Airmen were awarded the Victoria Cross in World War One out of a total 628 awards during the War. The VC was awarded for valour in the face of the enemy. The second award was to Flight Sub Lieutenant Reginald Warneford VC RNAS
After a very long wait, the Trust has received the Permit to Fly for its Albatros DVa. It was moved to Stow Maries on 15th October taking advantage of a rare break in the weather. It was escorted by John Gilbert’s Nieuport 17 who flies with the Trust
The WW1 Aviation Heritage Trust’s Albatros DVa in the colours of Lt Otto Kissinberth flies at last. The video is for those at Race Day at Old Warden on 6 Oct 19 when the weather intervened!
Jam and marmalade were great solace to the pilots of the RFC. No 37 Squadron based at Stow Maries placed their orders by message streamer from the air. WW1 AHT is very proud to have re-enacted this event at Open Farm Sunday at Tiptree on 9 Jun e 2019.
An exceptional air show at Stow Maries – Wings and Wheels – Sun 19th May. Lots of fun for all – Vintage Cars, Aeroplanes and a WW1 flight simulator
An important day out for the Team at the WW1 Aviation Heritage Trust at Stow to gain currency for the pilots and ground crew before the start of the flying season next month!
