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Ocean Catastrophes

Disasters Engineered

S1, EP5 "Ocean Catastrophes"

Experts examine what caused the Zeebrugge ferry tragedy and the Costa Concordia cruise ship disaster; what were the consequences, and how could they have been avoided?

Air Disasters

S15, EP2 "Impossible Pitch"

Experts investigate the West Air Sweden Flight 294 crash and how the cargo jet nosedived into the Swedish Arctic at speeds nearing 600 mph.

Air Disasters

S19, EP8 "Deadly Deception"

When a Bulgarian airliner is taken over by violent hijackers, the crew and authorities on the ground devise a daring plan to save the airliner.

Air Disasters

"Accidents in the Air"

From pilot error to meltdowns within air traffic control, investigators dig deep into three mid-air collisions that seem to defy logic.

Air Disasters

S20, EP3 "Collision Course"

A passenger ferry sinks after crashing into rocks off the coast of a Greek island, killing 82; it leads to a shocking investigation.

Air Disasters

S10, EP1 "Deadly Silence"

Investigators try to figure out why a private Learjet carrying Payne Stewart went rogue before crashing in a South Dakota hayfield.

Air Disasters

S9, EP1 "Fatal Transmission"

A runway collision at a small airport turns tragic when passengers cannot escape the burning aircraft.

Air Disasters

S20, EP20 "Take Off Tragedies"

Three flights ending in tragedy, prove that minor missteps during takeoff can have disastrous consequences.

Air Warriors

S6, EP6 "MiG"

The history of the Russian MiG, American air power's fiercest rival for more than 50 years.

Air Warriors

S8, EP4 "Messerschmitt BF 109"

Considered the deadliest fighter of WWII, Germany's Me-109s were feared by Allied bombers and fighters alike; 109s fought Spitfires in the Battle of Britain and alongside Rommel in North Africa.

Air Warriors

S9, EP5 "B-24 Liberator"

The most-produced bomber in US history, used during World War II by every branch of the American military, as well as by the Royal Air Force.

Air Warriors

S10, EP2 "PBY Catalina"

A look at the amphibious aircraft and the many roles it served during WWII, from patrol bomber to search-and-rescue aircraft.

Air Warriors

S10, EP4 "Mosquito"

A look at the British multirole fighter aircraft; the de Havilland Mosquito was used in the Second World War as a bomber, fighter and reconnaissance aircraft.

Air Warriors

S8, EP3 "Hawker Hurricane"

The overlooked underdog of British fighter planes; fast and versatile, the dogfighter doubled as a bomber and ground support aircraft in every theatre of WWII.

Aerial America

S1, EP22 "Nevada"

An aerial tour of Nevada; the state's deserts, ghost towns, neon cities and Hoover Dam; its history built on epic booms and busts.

Aerial America

S1, EP69 "Yellowstone"

An aerial tour of the world's first national park showcases Yellowstone's diverse wildlife and rich history.

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