Planes That Changed the World(2015)
Overview
This new series features the fascinating stories of three of the most important commercial aircraft ever to take to the skies.
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3 episodes • 2015
Miniseries
3 episodes • 2015
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DC-3 | Mar 24, 2015 | 0.0 |
| 2 | Airbus A380 - Giant of the Sky | Mar 31, 2015 | 0.0 |
| 3 | SR-71 Blackbird - Hypersonic Surveillance | Apr 7, 2015 | 0.0 |
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