Links
The Australian Society of WW1 Aero Historians does not endorse or verify the information provided by these sites. Click on the url of that site to go to that site.
WW1 AVIATION SITES
This section includes Historical Society's, museums and website's dedicated to WW1 aviation.
The Australian War Memorial
The Australian War Memorial commemorates the sacrifice of Australian men and women who have served in war, through its ceremonial areas, extensive exhibitions and research.
Clickerty Click
http://www.crossandcockade.com
Member John Greech's website dedicated to 66 Squadron RFC/RAF. John has been researching the squadron since the late 1980's and this site is chock full of great information.
Cross and Cockade International
http://www.crossandcockade.com
Cross and Cockade International is a First World War Aviation Historical Society.
Canadian Aviation Historical Society
Dedicated to the preservation of Canada's military and civilian flying heritage. Formed in 1962, supports ten chapters across Canada.
Frontflieger - The Soldiers of the German Air Force
The most comprehensive site on WW1 german aviation on the web. There are some english translations but most of this site is written in german.
Juanita Franzi Aero Illustrations
Juanita Franzi is a specialist technical illustrator with particular expertise in the aviation and aero-historical fields. She prepares Technical Illustrations for training, air safety publications, educational textbooks, promotional posters, patent applications, instruction manuals and technical brochures.
Lost Medals Australia
http://lostmedalsaustralia.com
This site is dedicated to returning medals to the veteran's nearest kin, states the opening line of this website. Lieutenant Colonel Glyn Llanwarne since 2000 has been acquiring, researching and then returning lost medals to veterans or their families. Lt. Col. Llanwarne does this free of any charge or fee.
Michael Molkentin
Michael Molkentin is a historian, teacher and battlefield guide. He is interested in the wartime histories of Australia and the British Empire and in particular the First World War. As of 2010, Michael is a doctoral candidate at the University of New South Wales where he is writing a thesis on Australia’s contribution to the First World War in the air. His first book, Fire in the Sky: the Australian Flying Corps in the First World War was published by Allen & Unwin in September 2010.
Military & History Heritage Victoria
MHHV is an incorporated not-for-profit association registered in Victoria. MHHV Incorporated was established to provide an inclusive forum for individuals and groups who are passionate about military history and heritage in Victoria.
Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre
Located at Marlborough's historically significant Omaka Aerodrome, the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre was established to provide a world-class destination for the appreciation of historic aircraft.
Over the Front
Over the Front - The official website of the League of World War I Aviation Historians
The Great War In The Air Forum
http://www.greatwaraviation.com/forum
The newest WW1 Aviation forum on the web. A place where the community can discuss all facets of Great War Aviation. The membership includes some of the best modellers and aviation artist of the moment and also includes comprehensive boards on the aircraft and the men who flew them.
The Vintage Aviator Ltd
http://thevintageaviator.co.nz
The Vintage Aviator Ltd endeavour to maintain absolute authenticity with the original design. We make both airworthy and static aircraft for museum display and private collections. Our engineers look after, and operate, the WW1 aircraft owned by the 1914 -18 Aviation Heritage Trust.
Windsock Data Files
http://www.windsockdatafilespecials.co.uk
Home of the worlds' largest range of WWI aeroplane books and journals for modellers and enthusiasts. If you're fans of classic 1914-1918 aircraft such as the Albatros, Bristol Fighter, BE2c, Fokker, Gotha, Nieuport, Pfalz, Roland, Rumpler, SE5a, Sopwith Camel, Pup and Triplane, Spad and many more, this is the site for you!
Zero Hour
Zero Hour is a digital archive for teachers and students studying Australians in the First World War. Students examine a series of historical documents to evaluate the experiences of Captain Charles Linklater, an Australian soldier who fought at Gallipoli and on the Western Front between 1915 and 1917.
MODELLING
These sites are dedicated to the modelling world.
A Gallery of my Models - Paul Carpenter
http://home.iprimus.com.au/carpo1
Carpo has written a few articles for the website, now take a look at his magnificent work via his wonderful website.
Australian Plastic Modellers Association
APMA is an organisation which aims to promote the enjoyment of scale modelling for all ages.
Pheon Models
Rowan Broadbent's Pheon Models goal is to create “a series of decal sets of unprecedented accuracy and quality, which will build with regular releases to cover aircraft and units of the air forces of all of the major powers.
Ray Rimell's WW1 World
http://www.rayrimellsww1world.com
The legendary Ray Rimmell welcomes all scale model enthusiasts that drop by his site, especially those with a passion for WWI aeroplanes, who may linger long enough to scroll through selected images culled from a lifetime of model publishing. Scale Models; Battle; Voyager; Wings;Sea Classics International;Airfix Magazine; Model Boats; PKC and ultimately, Windsock Worldwide.
Wingnut Wings
Wingnut Wings' passion is to provide accurate, highly detailed, large scale models that are as enjoyable to build for both the experienced and novice modeller alike. By designing these models to be a pleasure to build we hope to attract people unaccustomed to the satisfaction of modelling aviation's epic and tragic pioneer years.
ww1aircraftmodels.com
http://www.ww1aircraftmodels.com
Dedicated to the construction of 1:32 scale WW1 aircraft models with comprehensive detailed build logs of many kits, plus hints tips and construction techniques.
An ideal site for the beginner in bi-planes with rigging tutorials, making turnbuckles, engine detailing plus much more.