Mighty Planes

Mighty Planes (2012- )

RunningDocumentary show

This is your first-class ticket to board the world's most magnificent flying machines. This series explores amazing aircraft and the men and women around the world who build, maintain, shepherd, and fly them. From the aerobatic artistry of the Blue Angels to the bravery of NOAA's hurricane hunters, and from Trump's flying luxury suite to the military's gas station in the sky, each episode is its own engrossing drama about people and Mighty Planes, coming together to tackle momentous missions.

Networks
Scheduleevery Friday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S04E06Twin OtterNov 6, 2017
S04E05Airbus A400MOct 29, 2017
S04E04Ilyushin 76TD-90VDOct 22, 2017
S04E03C2A GreyhoundOct 15, 2017
S04E02Stargazer L-1011Oct 8, 2017
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Mighty Planes premiere?

Mighty Planes premiered on January 10, 2012.

How many planes were featured in the Season 1 episode "Alberta's Aerial Firefighters"?

"Alberta's Aerial Firefighters" featured two planes: the Convair CV580 and the CL-215.

What is the name of the VIP transport plane featured in Season 2 Episode 2?

The VIP transport plane featured in Season 2 Episode 2 is called the Boeing C-17 Globemaster.

Which airline operates the Airbus A380 featured in Season 1 Episode 5?

The Airbus A380 featured in Season 1 Episode 5 is operated by Emirates Airlines.

What is the main function of the Bombardier 415 Superscooper featured in Season 1 Episode 8?

The Bombardier 415 Superscooper, which was featured in Season 1 Episode 8, is used for aerial firefighting.

What is the name of the plane used to transport animals in Season 1 Episode 7?

The aircraft used to transport animals in Season 1 Episode 7 is known as the Antonov An-124 Ruslan.

Which Canadian airline was featured in Season 2 Episode 7?

The Canadian airline featured in Season 2 Episode 7 is Cargojet Airways.

What is the main purpose of the military aircraft featured in Season 3 Episode 1?

The military aircraft featured in Season 3 Episode 1 is used for search and rescue missions.

What is the name of the aircraft featured in Season 1 Episode 2 which transports people to Antarctica?

The aircraft featured in Season 1 Episode 2 that transports people to Antarctica is called the Ilyushin IL-76.

What is the function of the Super Guppy featured in Season 3 Episode 4?

The Super Guppy, which was featured in Season 3 Episode 4, is used for transporting oversized cargo.

Also known as

  • Hatalmas repülők (Hungary)

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