On The Fly: Adventures at Altitude

Synopsis

Follow regular people as they turn their curiosity, excitement and love of the skies into extraordinary feats of aviation.

First Air Date: 2023-11-04

Last Air Date: 2023-12-23

Number of Seasons: 1

Number of Episodes: 8

Networks: Smithsonian Channel

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Seasons

Season 1 (2023)

No overview available for this season.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Flying With Dreams (2023-11-04)

Female skydivers from all over the world attempt a world record, an airline mechanic rebuilds an old aerobatic plane to inspire a new generation; and an aerobatic glider competition reveals the silent poetry of flying to the edge of the envelope.
Ep. 2: Walking On Air (2023-11-04)

A family of wing walkers puts their daughter’s boyfriend to the test, a real life superhero shows that you don’t need a plane to fly, and a group of animal-lovers race against time to fly stray dogs to new families on the mainland.
Ep. 3: Challenge Accepted (2023-11-11)

Wayne Davis has the challenge of keeping both people and sharks safe as an aerial shark spotter. Aerobatic pilot Kyle Fowler attempts an audacious stunt. A group of kids transcend their disabilities with the pilots of Challenge Air.
Ep. 4: It's About Time (2023-11-18)

Red Bull Air Force perform a spectacular stunt; a young woman chases her dreams of flying with the help of her community; and a late night flight with Grandview Aviation, who are transporting a donated organ with only a few hours to make the trip.
Ep. 5: Which Way is Up (2023-12-02)

STOL drag racers face off in their annual competition. Legendary pilot Patty Wagstaff teaches two students what to do when things go wrong. Archer aviation hopes to change how we move as they work to get their EVTOL Aircraft into the sky.
Ep. 6: A Game Of Cat and Mouse (2023-12-09)

The Civil Air Patrol and Air National Guard aim to protect our skies. A high-speed race that requires a special kind of training in Reno. Dave Edwards proves that anyone can fly with a little money and effort with his Affordaplane.
Ep. 7: One Moment, One Shot (2023-12-16)

Grant Korgan uplifts disabled veterans and first responders, Fly for the Culture inspires young people of color to pursue aviation, and a photographer and pilot recreate an iconic photo.
Ep. 8: Into the Storm (2023-12-23)

NOAA Hurricane Hunters prepare their lab for the season, pilots take a formation flying course, and PHI Air Medical faces the pressures of transporting critical patients quickly and safely.