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History's Greatest Aircraft (2022)

Season 1

In series one, we explore the “return to flight” stories of classic military aircraft, iconic racers and quirky pioneers. The team documents the resurrection and preservation of the world’s greatest warbirds, with unique co-operation with the world-leading Shuttleworth Collection in the UK, the Commemorative Air Force in the US, and the award-winning Cavanaugh Museum in the USA. This series captures and celebrates some of the biggest icons in warcraft history, across 7 high-quality, cinematic and dramatic 45-minute episodes, available to be cherry-picked to bring your preferred selection of aircrafts to life.

Released March 6, 2022 Episode 43 min None+

Production Companies: Espresso Media International

Network: Sky History

Country: United Kingdom
Languages: English

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S1E1 - The Lancaster: Britain's Frontline Bomber

The troubled beginnings and amazing exploits of legendary British heavy bomber the Lancaster. Featuring a close look at a replica
March 6, 2022, midnight

S1E2 - The Spitfire: A British Fighter Legend

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.
March 13, 2022, midnight

S1E3 - Me-109: The Luftwaffe's Frontline Fighter

The astonishing story of the 109 and its modified variants, best known for its role in the Battle of Britain.
March 20, 2022, midnight

S1E4 - Boeing B-29: Superfortress

The story of the prolonged development and the initially troubled operational history of the Boeing B29 Superfortress.
March 27, 2022, midnight

S1E5 - He-111: Germany's Frontline Bomber

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.
April 3, 2022, midnight

S1E6 - The Mosquito: The Wooden Wonder

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.
April 10, 2022, midnight
Network: Sky History
Episode Runtime: 43 min.
Season Runtime: 777 min.
Released: March 6, 2022
Last Air Date: March 24, 2025, midnight
Status: Returning Series
Certification: NR

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