Great Mysteries and Myths of the Twentieth Century — Season 1, Episode 6: The Comet Mystery
Documentary • 30 min • 1 season, 26 episodes • ★ 7.0/10
Episode synopsis
After the invention of the jet engine during World War II, Britain raced ahead to produce the world's first jet liner - the Comet. It was rushed into service and after many successful trips to Africa, India and the Middle East it suddenly started to crash in mysterious circumstances. After exhaustive underwater searches, the fuselage of one particular aircraft was painstakingly tested to the point of destruction. What was found dictated the shape of all subsequent aircraft windows.
About Great Mysteries and Myths of the Twentieth Century
There can be nothing in the world more fascinating than the search for the truth behind the most extraordinary mysteries and myths of the 20th Century. This is a unique collection of stories with hidden depths, dark secrets, tragedies, extraordinary courage, misfortune or unbelievable luck.