Helicopter Wars explores the extraordinary personal bravery and intense jeopardy of four military missions where helicopter crews risk their own lives to come to the aid of others. Crew members provide gripping firsthand testimony revealing their fear and anxiety as their skills are tested to the limit. Computer generated images illustrate how helicopters operated in intense environmental conditions and executed complex flight patterns while helicopter demonstrations detail the complications pilots faced in the skies.
Show Info
Schedule: Tuesdays at 20:00
(60 min)
Status: Ended
Show Type:
Documentary
Genres:
War
Official site: www.nationalgeographic.com.au
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Previous Episode
Duel in the Desert
Episode 1x04; Jun 2, 2009
British attach helicopter pilot Lt. Commander James Newton flew the Lynx - the fastest and most agile helicopters in the world. In 2003, Newton had to use every ounce of skill to protect British ground troops against an Iraqi tank.
Previous Episodes
| Episode Name | Airdate | Trailer |
|---|---|---|
| 1x04: Duel in the Desert | Jun 2, 2009 | |
| 1x03: Taliban Gambit | May 26, 2009 | |
| 1x02: White Out | May 19, 2009 |
Extra Details
Also known as:
- Helicopter Missions
- Helicopter Wars