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The history of the KC-135 Stratotanker, the 60-year-old aerial refueler that keeps fighter jets flying.

The history of the KC-135 Stratotanker, the 60-year-old aerial refueler that keeps fighter jets flying.

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S2, EP3 "Black Hawk"

The 35-year history of the UH-60 Black Hawk.

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S10, EP8 "C-47 Skytrain"

A look at how the C-47 evolved from passenger plane to a transport aircraft and flying hospital in WWII and years later as a gunship in Vietnam.

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S7, EP1 "Top Dogfighters"

Stories of fighter aircraft and deadly combat, including dogfights with the P-38 Lightning and Messerschmitts over Nazi Germany, told through rarely seen battle footage and first-hand accounts.

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S8, EP2 "B-29 Superfortress"

The story of the world's first nuclear bomber, the B-29, and its explosive impact on aerial warfare.

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S10, EP6 "B-1 Lancer"

The history of the B-1 Lancer reveals how the Cold War bomber evolved to become one of Americas most effective military aircraft.

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S10, EP5 "F-100 Super Sabre"

The North American F-100 Super Saber, also known as the Hun, becomes a supersonic powerhouse after initial difficulties; it was used primarily in the Vietnam War.

"Air Warrriors" puts the spotlight on some of the airplanes that have been used by American forces in combat battles through the years. The program profiles the dedicated pilots and other team members who fly and maintain the aircraft. Rarely seen combat footage and pilots' stories help bring to life the journeys that have been taken by the flying machines, which include a plane-chopper hybrid that saves lives and an attack helicopter that is called the Black Death by America's enemies.
Starring: Dr. Robert S. Hopkins
Original Air Date: Oct 19, 2014
Genres: DocuseriesTV Series
Rating: TVPG
Playback: HD
10 seasons available on demand
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