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Air DisastersS1, EP1 "Invisible Killer"During a storm, a strong gale slams Delta Airlines Flight 191 to the ground killing most people on board.
Air DisastersS4, EP7 "Catastrophe at O'Hare"On 25 May 1979, the number-one engine on American Airlines Flight 191 detaches moments after taking off from Chicago O'Hare International Airport. The aircraft banks to the left and crashes into an open field, killing all 271 people on board.
Air DisastersS20, EP10 "Design Flaws"When former race car driver Niki Lauda's planes nosedives into a Thai jungle, a one-in-a-million failure reveals a weak spot in every Boeing 767. Radio silence between pilots and air traffic controllers send investigators hunting for answers.
Air DisastersS18, EP14 "A Wounded Bird"A blade on the left-side propeller of Atlantic Southeast Airlines Flight breaks off; the imbalance of the rotating propeller causes the engine to partly tear itself from its mounting.
Air DisastersS6, EP4 "Fight for Your Life"Three FedEx employees must regain control of their plane when a coworker attacks them in midair.
Air DisastersS18, EP13 "Blow Out"A cockpit window on British Airways Flight blows out, partially ejecting and injuring the captain; the co-pilot completes an emergency landing.
Battle of Midway: The True StoryAmerica's first victory in the Pacific during World War II is retold from the vantage point of the three U.S. attack planes as they overcame the enemy ambush to face off against the Mitsubishi A6M Zero, a long-range fighter, in the air.
Battle of Okinawa in ColorMilitary cameramen's footage of the Battle of Okinawa shows the intensity of the battle, on land and sea, in vivid color.
Aerial AmericaS1, EP43 "Wyoming"An aerial exploration of Wyoming reveals the Cowboy State's controversial history while highlighting its breathtaking canyons and volcanic formations.
Aerial AmericaS1, EP66 "Southern California"A soaring tour over Southern California explores the stunning beaches, vast deserts, sprawling city and unique culture.
Aerial AmericaS1, EP32 "Montana"The Treasure State's adventure-filled history, farms and rugged terrain.
Battle of Midway: The True StoryAmerica's first victory in the Pacific during World War II is retold from the vantage point of the three U.S. attack planes as they overcame the enemy ambush to face off against the Mitsubishi A6M Zero, a long-range fighter, in the air.
Battle of Okinawa in ColorMilitary cameramen's footage of the Battle of Okinawa shows the intensity of the battle, on land and sea, in vivid color.
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