About this season
They are the high-flying pride of the U.S. military, one-of-a-kind warriors that, over the decades, collectively revolutionized aerial warfare. Through rare, archival footage and compelling testimonies, meet the men and women who fly and maintain these Air Warriors and see how they've overcome incredible obstacles to rule the sky.
Episodes (4)
1. Top Dogfighters
Aired 6 December 2020 • 45 min
Witness some of the most spectacular battles in the air, from World War II to Vietnam to Desert Storm. We celebrate both the remarkable aircraft involved, including the F-15 Eagle, the F-4 Phantom, the F6F Hellcat, and the P-38 Lightning, and give firsthand accounts from some of the bold fighter pilots who looked death in the face and won.
2. Top Choppers
Aired 13 December 2020 • 45 min
Meet America's top choppers--the Apache, Black Hawk, Chinook, and Osprey--and see what makes each so unique.
3. Top Gunships
Aired 20 December 2020 • 45 min
Discover the stories of gunship triumphs in Iraq and Afghanistan, told by the brave pilots who flew the missions.
4. F-18
Aired 27 December 2020 • 45 min
The F-18 Super Hornet is the backbone of the US Navy aircraft carrier strike force, and is flown by the Royal Australian Air Force. Exceptional carrier access and cockpit footage reveal its abilities.