Go inside the race to build the first supersonic airliner between Europe’s Concorde, the Soviet TU144 and the American Boeing 2707. From the post-war jet boom to the death of the super- sonic dream 40 years later, this is a story of engineering brilliance, international espionage and tragedy that surrounded the attempt to make the fastest airliner on earth. Also, could supersonic make a comeback? Genre: History. Episodes/length: 2x47 mins
In the Second World War, the fate of nations was decided by the strength of their arsenals. War Machine: World War II unveils the crucial link between industrial might and weaponry, revealing how factories fueled the arsenal race. The series examines nations’ organizational intricacies, weapon design, and battlefield impact, emphasizing the pivotal role of production in shaping history. Genre: History. Episodes/length: 4x60 mins
Go inside the race to build the first supersonic airliner between Europe’s Concorde, the Soviet TU144 and the American Boeing 2707. From the post-war jet boom to the death of the super- sonic dream 40 years later, this is a story of engineering brilliance, international espionage and tragedy that surrounded the attempt to make the fastest airliner on earth. Also, could supersonic make a comeback? Genre: History. Episodes/length: 2x47 mins