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Mighty Planes

The "Mighty" franchise launches "Mighty Planes", a series showcasing the world's most impressive aircraft, featuring remarkable planes with cutting-edge technology.

The documentary series "Mighty Planes" showcases the world's most remarkable aircraft, with each episode focusing on a single plane as it undertakes a thrilling mission from beginning to end.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Orbis

1. Orbis

Aired: Feb 26, 2012

The ORBIS, a converted DC-10, serves as a mobile eye hospital, carrying a tea...

Episode 2 Martin Mars

2. Martin Mars

Aired: Feb 26, 2012

A massive water bomber, the Martin Mars, prepares to take on its most challen...

Episode 3 Airbus A380

3. Airbus A380

Aired: Mar 4, 2012

The Airbus A380 makes its inaugural flight with Lufthansa, transporting over ...

Episode 4 Skibirds

4. Skibirds

Aired: Mar 11, 2012

A team of climate researchers in Greenland faces a desperate situation as an ...

Episode 5 C-5M Super Galaxy

5. C-5M Super Galaxy

Aired: Mar 18, 2012

Next episode, extraordinary planes with unique purposes take center stage, hi...

Episode 6 Antonov-124

6. Antonov-124

Aired: Mar 25, 2012

Next episode, the Antonov 124 faces a daunting challenge as it struggles to l...

Info about Mighty Planes

Seasons: 4

Current Status: Ended

Network: Smithsonian Channel

Production Countries: Canada, United States, France

Genres:Documentary