War Heroes of the Skies

Overview

Through the eyes of the heroes, experience realistic mid-air combat and see revealing interviews with the last surviving WWII veterans in War Heroes Of The Skies. From the WWII aircrew officer who doused a fire on the wing of his aircraft while 20,000 ft in the sky, to the phantom fighter pilot who took out four MiGs over Vietnam in the most celebrated dog fight of the modern era. Presented by Lord Ashcroft, these are all stories of superhuman endurance, selfless courage and heroism beyond the call of duty. Using vintage aircraft such as Spitfires fighters and Lancaster bombers, aerial stunt teams and state-of-the-art camera technology, the series brings to life the exploits of the world's greatest military air heroes. The series features realistic mid-air combat sequences, revealing interviews with the last surviving veterans, rare archive footage and cutting-edge CGI to transport viewers back in time to experience the reality of air combat.

Episodes

S01E01 Spitfire Victory

July 30, 2013 45 min
Even though Canadian George Beurling broke every rule in the book, he still managed to become one of the greatest fighter pilots of World War II. But his was a turbulent road to glory. The...

S01E02 Battle Of Britain

August 6, 2013 45 min
Discover the inspiring story of Douglas Bader who, despite losing both legs, fought the odds to become one of Britain's most celebrated heroes.

S01E03 Total War

August 13, 2013 45 min
Explore the controversial military tactic that turned cities into legitimate targets, as well as the men forced to carry it out.

S01E04 Red Tails

September 3, 2013 45 min
When President Roosevelt initiated a Blacks-only fighter pilot programme, it changed the course of American history.

S01E05 Vietnam Dogfight

August 27, 2013 45 min
Discover the US Air Force's attempts at defeating North Vietnamese MiG-21s, including the mastermind behind Operation BOLO, Colonel Robin Olds.

S01E06 Nazi Hunters

August 20, 2013 45 min
Trace the inspiring journey of how Francis 'Gabby' Gabreski, the son of Polish immigrants, became the best American fighter pilot during WWII.

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