Frountiers of Flight (1992)

Synopsis

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.

First Air Date: 1992-01-01

Last Air Date: 1992-01-01

Number of Seasons: 1

Number of Episodes: 13

Top Cast

John Honey as Narrator (voice)

Seasons

Season 1 (1992)

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Episodes:

Ep. 1: Powered flight (1992-01-01)

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Ep. 2: Coast to Coast (1992-01-01)

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Ep. 3: Atlantic and the World (1992-01-01)

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Ep. 4: U.S.A. Europ NonStop (1992-01-01)

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Ep. 5: Air Transport for All (1992-01-01)

In 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.
Ep. 6: Golden Age Frontiers (1992-01-01)

Some 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.
Ep. 7: Rocket Power (1992-01-01)

WI 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.
Ep. 8: Jet Power (1992-01-01)

The 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.
Ep. 9: The Sound Barrier (1992-01-01)

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Ep. 10: The Jet Airliner (1992-01-01)

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Ep. 11: The Threshold of Space (1992-01-01)

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Ep. 12: To Space and Back (1992-01-01)

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Ep. 13: The Last Great World Record (1992-01-01)

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