Weaponology — Season 1, Episode 5: Vertical Take-Off

Episode synopsis

With cutting-edge science and awesome firepower, Vertical Take-Off aircraft are the most versatile and innovative weapons in modern warfare. Exploring the development of engine design, advanced avionics, target and survival systems, we show how helicopters and VTO are an essential component of air power on 21st -century battlefields.

About Weaponology

Weaponology is a documentary television series that premiered on November 6, 2007 on the Discovery Channel. The program also airs on the Military Channel.

More episodes from Season 1

• E1Sniper Rifles
• E2Body Armor
• E3Rapid Fire
• E4Submarines
• E6Bomber
• E7Fighter
• E8Artillery
• E9Booby Traps
• E10Frags
• E11Fire Weapons
• E12Armored Personnel Carriers
• E13Tanks