Planes That Changed History - Season 1
Season 1
Episodes
Supermarine Spitfire
During the Battle of Britain, the fate of a nation rested on the legendary Supermarine Spitfire as it stood between Nazi Germany and the invasion of southern England. Explore the incredible engineering and aerial tactics that made this plane so iconic.
Avro Vulcan
The British Avro Vulcan pushed the boundaries of long-distance flying, completing one of the longest bombing raids in history during the 1982 Falklands War.
Concorde
The groundbreaking story of Concorde, a flying marvel that has become synonymous with speed. After beating out the USA and the Soviet Union in a high-stakes international race to achieve supersonic air travel, Concorde left its mark on history.
Lockheed F-117 Nighthawk
In 1981, the F-117 Nighthawk became the world's first stealth aircraft. Explore how its futuristic design made this unconventional aircraft all but invisible to radar. A decade after its inception, the Nighthawk was put to the test in the Gulf War to help thwart the military might of Saddam Hussein.
Douglas DC-3
The Douglas DC-3 was an aviation revolution, transforming the world of air travel by flying faster, farther and more safely than any other passenger plane. Later, it was reinvented to help the Allies secure victory in World War II.
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