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