Planes that changed history

Planes that changed history

Continuing First aired 08/Mar/2026 United States English 1 season(s) 5 episode(s)
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Dive into the 125 years of aviation to uncover how aircraft have reshaped our world. The series explores the engineering secrets behind its success, its humble origins, and what made these aircraft icons years after their initial success.
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Season 1 · Season 1
5 episode(s) · Air date: 08/Mar/2026
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Douglas DC-3
Air date: 05/Apr/2026 · Runtime: 42 min
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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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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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Lockheed F-117 Nighthawk
Air date: 29/Mar/2026 · Runtime: 42 min
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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.

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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.

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Concorde
Air date: 22/Mar/2026 · Runtime: 42 min
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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.

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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.

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Avro Vulcan
Air date: 15/Mar/2026 · Runtime: 42 min
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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.

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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.

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Supermarine Spitfire
Air date: 08/Mar/2026 · Runtime: 42 min
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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.

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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.

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