Visitors had the unique chance to catch a glimpse of Stow Maries during the war at a recent event.
Members of the public visited Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome for the Royal Flying Corps Living History Event.
The event provided an insight into the military operations on the site in May 1916.
It saw participation from three groups of living historians who remained in character and engaged visitors with details of their lives during the First World War One.
The groups included the Lufbery Royal Flying Corps Living History Group, representing Royal Flying Corps pilots and crew, and the Past History group's Neil Bond, who took on the role of a British Army Chaplain and also conducted a Sunday morning chapel service.
Members from the 399 Detachment, RND represented the Royal Naval Division recruits preparing for war.
Visitors could interact with the historians, asking questions and learning more about the era.
Activities at the museum didn't stop at the re-enactments.
The summer air events at the museum ramped up preparations by conducting aircraft engine tests and final flight checks.
Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome chief executive Ian Flint said: "We enjoyed a busy weekend, with the Royal Flying Corps Living History Event helping visitors to understand the importance of our Museum during the Great War."
"It was fantastic to see so many living historians faithfully re-creating these roles – and a bonus to witness aircraft getting ready for our upcoming flying events.
"Not only did the aerodrome play a vital role in Britain’s air defences, but it was also a training camp for personnel heading to the Front."
The museum's proceeds from public opening days and events help pay for the preservation efforts at Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome.
The museum is open for public visits every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Private bookings can be made on other days.
Visitors can plan their visits on the Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome website.
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