War Heroes of the Skies

Discover George Beurling, a skilled fighter pilot whose unprecedented marksmanship helped save the strategically important island of Malta.

Discover the inspiring story of Douglas Bader who, despite losing both legs, fought the odds to become one of Britain's most celebrated heroes.

Explore the controversial military tactic that turned cities into legitimate targets, as well as the men forced to carry it out.

When President Roosevelt initiated a Blacks-only fighter pilot programme, it changed the course of American history.

Discover the US Air Force's attempts at defeating North Vietnamese MiG-21s, including the mastermind behind Operation BOLO, Colonel Robin Olds.

Trace the inspiring journey of how Francis 'Gabby' Gabreski, the son of Polish immigrants, became the best American fighter pilot during WWII.