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Reaching for the Skies

Season 1 Episode 11: Lighter Than Air

The 12-part series chronicles the remarkable evolution of the airplane, spanning both peaceful and wartime contexts, from its inaugural flight on Kitty Hawk's sandy dunes to supersonic flights at the edge of space.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 Pioneers

1. Pioneers

Aired: Sep 12, 1988

The next episode delves into the exciting history of aviation, featuring pion...

Episode 4 Victory Over the Sea

4. Victory Over the Sea

Aired: Oct 3, 1988

Aircraft have transformed naval warfare since World War II, enabling pilots t...

Episode 5 Bombers

5. Bombers

Aired: Oct 10, 1988

The next episode explores the significance of bombers, from their dominance i...

Episode 6 Fighters

6. Fighters

Aired: Oct 17, 1988

Next episode: Exploring the heroic tales of World War II fighter pilots and t...

Episode 7 Giants of the Air

7. Giants of the Air

Aired: Oct 24, 1988

Trailblazing pioneers of aviation defied the odds to design and build enormou...

Episode 10 The Quest for Speed

10. The Quest for Speed

Aired: Nov 14, 1988

The next episode explores the fascinating history of speed, tracing its evolu...

Episode 12 Vertical Flight

12. Vertical Flight

Aired: Nov 28, 1988

The next episode explores the evolution of vertical flight, from early helico...

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Info about Reaching for the Skies

Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC Two

Genres:History