Watch the film

Crossing the Line

Renowned film director and WW1 enthusiast Peter Jackson made a short film in 2008 following the story of two young combatants. Crossing the Line was the first film to be made with the Red One camera. It was made as a test for the prototype camera and was shot over just two days.

Click the image to view the trailer. The full fifteen-minute film is free for Members to view online in our Members’ Area.

ABOUT US

The First World War was when aviation truly came of age.

A time of dizzying technological advances which changed not only the nature of war, but also society. A time of huge bravery and tragic loss. At The Great War Aviation Society, our mission is to explore, preserve and share information on this fascinating period to make sure the aircraft, pilots, ground crew and their sacrifices are never forgotten.

Find out more about who we are and learn about our work to support the British Air Services Memorial at St Omer. You can get regular updates on First World War aviation by signing up for Wind in the Wires, our free quarterly newsletter or becoming a member.

READ WW1 AVIATION ARTICLES

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the history of WW1 aviation

Read the stories, see the photos and learn more about this fascinating subject. Whether you are interested in the Royal Flying Corps and its fighter aces, want to know more about the aircraft they flew in or are looking for modelling inspiration, you can learn about all aspects of World War One in the air as aviation transformed from rudimentary flight to sophisticated aerial combat through the course of the First World War.

MEMBERSHIP

Become a member to deepen your subject knowledge and help keep the legacy of early aviation alive.

If you are a member of the Society, you will receive our highly respected quarterly journal, Cross and Cockade International and/or our new colour magazine, Contact!, plus additional member benefits such as our online lecture programme.

LATEST NEWS

Browse our latest news and immerse yourself in WW1 aviation.

LATEST NEWS
Remembering the Queer Airmen of the Royal Flying Corps
On 20 June, veterans, serving personnel and families will gather at the National Memorial Arboretum for the LGBT+ Armed Forces Community Memorial Event, commemorating LGBTQ+ people who have served in…
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GWAS Prize for the Best First World War Aviation Picture in Show Awarded at the Guild of Aviation Artists Exhibition 2026
The best in WW1 aviation art was on display at the Guild of Aviation Artists’ 53rd Annual Aviation Paintings of the Year Exhibition, held at the Shuttleworth Collection from 5-7…
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Command of the Air: A Weekend of First World War Aviation
In October, the Society will hold its first seminar for a decade. Join us in Bedfordshire, 2-4 October, for a full weekend devoted to the air war of 1914–18. The…
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