Series synopsis
First Flights with Kate Broug is an American documentary action & adventure television series that premiered on YouTube on October 5, 2024. It was created by Kate Broug. It stars Kate Broug, Clinton McJenkin, Stieneke van der Graaf and Ivo de Jong.
Join pilot and journalist Kate Broug for a global adventure that brings to life the extraordinary individuals and audacious achievements that have defined the world of flight.
Premise
Join pilot and journalist Kate Broug for a global adventure that brings to life the extraordinary individuals and audacious achievements that have defined the world of flight.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Kate Broug as Kate Broug
- Clinton McJenkin as Clinton McJenkin
- Stieneke van der Graaf as Stieneke van der Graaf
- Ivo de Jong as Ivo de Jong
- Phil Scott as Phil Scott
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 6 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | October 5, 2024 | November 9, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Missing Airmen of WWII During World War II, approximately 6000 aircraft met their demise on Dutch soil, leaving behind both the wreckage and the airmen who perished with them, some of whom were never recovered. In this episode, Kate Broug embarks on a journey through the lens of aviation in her home country, The Netherlands. |
October 5, 2024 |
| 2 |
The Aircraft Graveyard Join Kate Broug as she explores a unique aviation graveyard filled with over 2,000 retired aircraft, waiting to be recycled. Hidden deep in the forest and overgrown by bush, these airplanes tell the untold stories of general aviation history. Meet Clinton McJenkin from BAS Part Sales, who shares how his team salvages valuable aircraft parts, helping aviation enthusiasts and collectors keep these historic planes alive. This is a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the aircraft recycling process and what happens to planes after their final flight. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind journey through aviation salvage and aircraft restoration |
October 12, 2024 |
| 3 |
The Loch Ness of Aviation In this episode, Kate Broug unravels the mystery of the Maid of Harlech, the legendary WWII "ghost plane" buried beneath the sands of Wales. This P-38 Lightning has become a symbol of aviation folklore. In this episode, Kate explores the crash site and its haunting history, offering rare insights into the WWII aviation legacy and the preservation efforts surrounding this iconic wreckage. |
October 19, 2024 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | YouTube |
|---|---|
| First aired | October 5, 2024 |
| Last aired | November 9, 2024 |
| Status | continue |