These photographs are taken by the pilot of the other guy in the plane (usually an instructor, as all are from training airfields), though a few are from the other guy of the pilot.
(Photos: SDASM Archives, via The Passion of Former Days)
(Photos: SDASM Archives, via The Passion of Former Days)
The piolet sat in the rear seat of most WWI bi-planes. This was for balance, and also gave a better view to control the plane.
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