The Century of Flight

Season 1, Episode 3: Wings Over the Sea

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This programme covers the development of naval aviation during the Great War. We travel back from the aircraft carriers today to see how early aircraft were used initially for observation for the fleet. Early float planes led to the development of long range flying boats and the coming of the aircraft carrier heralded a new age of aircraft versus ship. In combating other ships, including submarines, colour footage shows how the aircraft became the ship’s greatest enemy.

The Century of Flight

Season 1, Episode 3: Wings Over the Sea

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