Frountiers of Flight
Frontiers of Fight takes a sweeping look at the majesty of fight as expressed through the classic planes at the National Air and Space Museum. Investigating planes from around the world, from the time of early balloons to the space shuttle, the series highlights aviation "firsts". Meet the first person to cross the Atlantic. Lean about the first man to reach mach speed and dispel the myth of the sound barrier forever. And explore the invention of the first fuel liquid rocket.
Cast: John Honey
Season 1
13 episodes
- 1. Powered flightNo synopsis available yet.CCJan 1, 1992
- 2. Coast to CoastNo synopsis available yet.CCJan 1, 1992
- 3. Atlantic and the WorldNo synopsis available yet.CCJan 1, 1992
- 4. U.S.A. Europ NonStopNo synopsis available yet.CCJan 1, 1992
- 5. Air Transport for AllIn the 1920's, the public were suspicious about the aeroplane as a means of mass transportation. This episode traces the developments in passenger air travel that set new standards for comfort and safety.CCJan 1, 1992
- 6. Golden Age FrontiersSome of the more glamorous and adventurous moments in early aviation are examined here. Amelia Earhart, Howard Hughes and Wiley Post celebrate the new technology of aviation.CCJan 1, 1992
- 7. Rocket PowerWI sparked an unofficial "rocket race' between Germany and the U.S. Germany won the race when it created the A4 and V2 rockets, with devastating psychological and physical effects on all players.CCJan 1, 1992
- 8. Jet PowerThe Germans compete with Britain to design the best jet fighter. During the war, Frank Whittle develops a jet fighter, but ts potential is not fully realised until the war is over.CCJan 1, 1992
- 9. The Sound BarrierNo synopsis available yet.CCJan 1, 1992
- 10. The Jet AirlinerNo synopsis available yet.CCJan 1, 1992
- 11. The Threshold of SpaceNo synopsis available yet.CCJan 1, 1992
- 12. To Space and BackNo synopsis available yet.CCJan 1, 1992
- 13. The Last Great World RecordNo synopsis available yet.CCJan 1, 1992
Frountiers of Flight
Frontiers of Fight takes a sweeping look at the majesty of fight as expressed through the classic planes at the National Air and Space Museum. Investigating planes from around the world, from the time of early balloons to the space shuttle, the series highlights aviation "firsts". Meet the first person to cross the Atlantic. Lean about the first man to reach mach speed and dispel the myth of the sound barrier forever. And explore the invention of the first fuel liquid rocket.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Peter McKelvy, Philip Osborn
- Cast
- John Honey
- Studio
- Discovery Communications
Maturity rating
Not yet rated.
Audio languages
English
Where to watch
Not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service.