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13 Episodes 2013 - 2013
Episode 1
Mon, Sep 16, 201324 mins
FLS Microjet: This spunky little jet weighs in at a mere 400 pounds! We profile this incredible (and tiny) aircraft and its full-sized pilot. SR-71: SR-71 Pilot, Terry Pappas, tells us what its like to be one of just 478 people who have flown this stealthy Strategic Reconnaissance aircraft. Sean Tucker: We get to know the man behind the famous red Oracle plane and watch his death-defying aerobatics up close.
Episode 2
Mon, Sep 23, 201324 mins
Zenith 801: No runway? No problem! We challenge the limits faced in the world of bush flying in this amazing utilitarian aircraft. Legacy Flight: A tribute to our flying heroes past and present. ILS Testing: The Instrument Landing System (ILS) is a precise system used to help planes land almost blind. We do some extreme flying in a CRJ-200 to test the system.
Episode 3
Mon, Sep 30, 201324 mins
Float Planes: An introduction to the world of seaplanes. Buying an Aircraft: Ever wondered how to actually buy an airplane? Aircraft Boneyard: With over 4,200 aircraft, sure the 309th Aerospace Maintenance and Regeneration Group (AMARG) is a "Boneyard" but it's also so much more.
Episode 4
Mon, Oct 7, 201324 mins
Civil Air Patrol: We participate in a search and rescue exercise with the CAP members and cadets. AWACS: We take an exclusive inside look at the eye's in the skies: Tinker Air Force Base's Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) E-3 Sentry. B-17 Flying Fortress: Kurtis looks at the historic Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress.
Episode 5
Mon, Oct 14, 201324 mins
Radial Engines: Anthony learns about the one-of a-kind sound and look of radial engines. Aerial Refueling: In-air refueling brings new meaning to the term "close flight" as we profile the KC-135 Stratotanker and its crew.
Episode 6
Mon, Oct 21, 201324 mins
Cobra: We take you aboard this two-bladed single engine attack helicopter formerly used by the United States Army. Team AeroDynamix: No other air show act in the world puts as many aircraft in the air at one time than Team AeroDynamix. We take you flying with them. A-10 Thunderbolt II: We profile the A-10 Thunderbolt II, the tank-killer more commonly known as the Warthog.
Episode 7
Mon, Oct 28, 201324 mins
Landings: What is the different between landing a tricycle gear aircraft or a tail-wheel aircraft? Is one harder than the other? Kurtis answers these questions and more! Seabee: Is it a boat or is it a plane? It's both! We show you the exciting world of Seabees. Varied Aviation Training: Short or long runways. Controlled or uncontrolled airports. Desert, mountain, or coastal flying. We look at the various ways and places you can learn to fly.
Episode 8
Mon, Nov 4, 201324 mins
GlasAir: We go flying in this blazingly fast low-wing, two-seat homebuilt aircraft. Legend Cub: The Cub is an aviators' favorite and the Legend Cub is today's most popular American-manufactured light sport aircraft. Terminals: How are airport terminals designed? We check out the form and function of terminals from the design of the arrivals and departures areas to how the gates arranged to park aircraft.
Episode 9
Mon, Nov 11, 201324 mins
Savannah: We profile this capable and affordable light sport homebuilt aircraft. Huey: A lot of people may recognize this helicopter from the film "Apocalypse Now", but this bird has a lot more history than just that. Flying Formation: Kurtis expands his warbird flying experience and tries his hand at formation flying.
Episode 10
Mon, Nov 18, 201325 mins
How to fly an ILS Approach: Kurtis shows you how to land an aircraft when you can't see the ground using only your flight instruments. Airplane Parachutes: Can a parachute strapped to the back of an aircraft really save the lives of it passengers? 777-300ER: We examine the history and showcase the latest variant of the Boeing 777.
Episode 11
Mon, Nov 25, 201324 mins
Aircraft Mods: A look at how aerodynamic tweaks can improve performance and increase speed. Soaring: Anthony tries to keep his cool while flying without the reassuring sound of a roaring engine.
Episode 12
Mon, Dec 2, 201324 mins
F-4U Corsair: The World War II fighter made famous by the legendary Greg "Pappy" Boyington. Aerobatics: Kurtis receives an introduction to Aerobatics. We've seen him do a lot this season, but can he master this aviation skill?
Episode 13
Mon, Dec 9, 201324 mins
Goodyear Blimp: The Goodyear Blimp is an American icon. But Goodyear is at a transformational point in their history as they revamp the fleet to Zeppelins.