History's Greatest Aircraft (2022)
Airing on Sky History and Canal+ France, History’s Greatest Aircraft is a series that takes a look at some of the most impressive technical marvels of engineering to have ever taken off into the sky. Each episode delves into a different aircraft that has seen service in armed conflicts to analyse its service history and recount some of its most legendary stories. In getting up close and personal with surviving versions of the original planes, this series provides a fascinating look into the past and how history can influence the futur
History's Greatest Aircraft: Season 1 - 7 Episode s
1x1 - The Lancaster: Britain's Frontline Bomber
March 6, 2022
The troubled beginnings and amazing exploits of legendary British heavy bomber the Lancaster. Featuring a close look at a replica
1x2 - The Spitfire: A British Fighter Legend
March 13, 2022
A look at the later, clipped wing version flown by Czech refugee pilots in the UK during World War II. Plus, a tour of a restored example.
1x3 - Me-109: The Luftwaffe's Frontline Fighter
March 20, 2022
The astonishing story of the 109 and its modified variants, best known for its role in the Battle of Britain.
1x4 - Boeing B-29: Superfortress
March 27, 2022
The story of the prolonged development and the initially troubled operational history of the Boeing B29 Superfortress.
1x5 - He-111: Germany's Frontline Bomber
April 3, 2022
A look at the Heinkel He 111, one of the most numerous and easily recognised German aircraft of the Second World War. Plus, how it became a guinea pig for future bombers.
1x6 - The Mosquito: The Wooden Wonder
April 10, 2022
The fascinating story behind the Mosquito, the stunning wooden aircraft that undertook some of the most daring and iconic raids of the Second World War.
1x7 - Episode 7
April 17, 2022