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13 Episodes 2002 - 2002
Episode 1
Tue, Feb 24, 202623 mins
John Alison was a kid from central Florida who dreamed of becoming a pilot, and grew up to be one of the best the United States ever produced. But Alison also traveled secretly with the highest level diplomats in the world, drove the getaway car when Americans fled the Nazi advance through Russia, and without orders set up a critical lend-lease supply to the Middle East.
Episode 2
Tue, Feb 24, 202623 mins
The son of a preacher man, Charles McGee believed that education was the key to equal opportunities for all races. He joined the Army Air Force at a time when its policies reflected the belief that blacks were incapable of succeeding in technologically complicated jobs. Without fanfare, McGee and his fellow Tuskegee Airmen proved the bigots wrong.
Episode 3
Sat, Feb 2, 2002
Robert Morgan, a charming ladies' man, became a combat pilot in WWII. He led the Memphis Belle on 25 successful missions without losing a crew member.
Episode 4
Sun, Mar 3, 2002
Carl "Tooey" Spaatz was a free-spirited aviator who shaped the modern Air Force, training WWI pilots and pioneering air-to-air refueling, earning Eisenhower's praise.
Episode 5
Sun, Mar 3, 2002
Buzz Aldrin, known for Apollo 11, was a Korean War Sabre pilot who shot down three Mig-15s. After MIT, he dedicated his life to making space travel accessible to all.
Episode 6
Sun, Mar 3, 2002
Kelly Johnson joined Lockheed as a tool designer and became a top aircraft designer, developing over 40 aircraft, including the U-2 and F-104, and leading "Skunk Works."
Episode 7
Sun, Mar 3, 2002
John Alison, a Florida kid turned top U.S. pilot, secretly traveled with diplomats, drove getaway cars from Nazis, and set up vital Middle East supplies. A true hero.
Episode 8
Sun, Mar 3, 2002
Charles Lindbergh, the first man to fly solo across the Atlantic, became a symbol of American ingenuity and bravery, facing unprecedented celebrity and media scrutiny.
Episode 9
Sun, Mar 3, 2002
Starting as beautician Bessie Mae Pittman, Jackie Cochran became a celebrated aviator, setting 17 world records and founding the Women's Air Force Service Pilots.
Episode 10
Sun, Mar 3, 2002
From Elmira, NY, Eileen Collins became the first female instructor pilot and space shuttle commander of STS-93, earning her place as a Legend of Airpower.
Episode 11
Sun, Mar 3, 2002
In 1960, U-2 pilot Francis Gary Powers was shot down and captured in Russia. The U.S. demanded his return, but he was sentenced to ten years, escalating Cold War tensions.
Episode 12
Sun, Mar 3, 2002
William Tunner, a New Jersey native, commanded the Air Force's Ferrying Division, delivering 71,000 tons to China during conflict and leading the Berlin Airlift.
Episode 13
Sun, Mar 3, 2002
The Wright Brothers may seem comical in three-piece suits, but they pioneered aeronautics, enabling human flight and inspiring all aircraft to follow.