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Series SeasonSeason 1 episodes2022
History's Greatest Aircraft
Season 1
In series one, we explore the “return to flight” stories of classic military aircraft, iconic racers and quirky pioneers. The team documents the resurrection and preservation of the world’s greatest warbirds, with unique co-operation with the world-leading Shuttleworth Collection in the UK, the Commemorative Air Force in the US, and the award-winning Cavanaugh Museum in the USA. This series captures and celebrates some of the biggest icons in warcraft history, across 7 high-quality, cinematic and dramatic 45-minute episodes, available to be cherry-picked to bring your preferred selection of aircrafts to life.
Episodes
Each episode has its own detail page.
Episode 145 min2022-03-06
The Lancaster: Britain's Frontline Bomber
The troubled beginnings and amazing exploits of legendary British heavy bomber the Lancaster. Featuring a close look at a replica
Episode 245 min2022-03-13
The Spitfire: A British Fighter Legend
A look at the later, clipped wing version flown by Czech refugee pilots in the UK during World War II. Plus, a tour of a restored example.
Episode 345 min2022-03-20
Me-109: The Luftwaffe's Frontline Fighter
The astonishing story of the 109 and its modified variants, best known for its role in the Battle of Britain.
Episode 445 min2022-03-27
Boeing B-29: Superfortress
The story of the prolonged development and the initially troubled operational history of the Boeing B29 Superfortress.
Episode 545 min2022-04-03
He-111: Germany's Frontline Bomber
A look at the Heinkel He 111, one of the most numerous and easily recognised German aircraft of the Second World War. Plus, how it became a guinea pig for future bombers.
Episode 645 min2022-04-10
The Mosquito: The Wooden Wonder
The fascinating story behind the Mosquito, the stunning wooden aircraft that undertook some of the most daring and iconic raids of the Second World War.