The Jumbo Jet: 50 Years in the Sky

Connecting the World (1x2)

Air date: Jul 16, 2018

The social history of the Boeing 747's 50-year working life, from its first commercial flight in 1970 to the present day. The impact the 747 had in creating long haul for all is examined, taking a nostalgic journey from the glamorous age of the jet set to the no-frills air travel of today.