History's Greatest Aircraft - Season 1

History's Greatest Aircraft - Season 1

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.
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Episodes6
DatesMar 6, 2022 - Apr 10, 2022
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Episodes

The Lancaster - Britain's Frontline Bomber
Season 1Episode 160 min

The Lancaster - Britain's Frontline Bomber

The troubled beginnings and amazing exploits of the legendary British heavy bomber. Plus, see a replica up close. 

Mar 6, 2022
The Spitfire: A British Fighter Legend
Season 1Episode 260 min

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.

Mar 13, 2022
Me-109: The Luftwaffe's Frontline Fighter
Season 1Episode 360 min

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.

Mar 20, 2022
Boeing B-29: Superfortress
Season 1Episode 460 min

Boeing B-29: Superfortress

The story of the prolonged development and the initially troubled operational history of the Boeing B29 Superfortress.

Mar 27, 2022
He-111: Germany's Frontline Bomber
Season 1Episode 560 min

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.

Apr 3, 2022
The Mosquito: The Wooden Wonder
Season 1Episode 660 min

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.

Apr 10, 2022

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