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The 'X' designation was taken from the phrase 'experimental supersonic'. Chronicles experimental aircraft and the men who risked their lives to fly them. Depicts the daring feats undertaken by test pilots, the Wright brothers, Chuck Yeager, and NASA pilots as they risked their lives to further developments in aviation.
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THE MAGIC OF FLIGHT brings the thrill of flight and jet aircraft technology to the big screen with a film that balances the excitement of a Blue Angels air show with the science and history of flight. The film begins by examining how birds fly and reviews the success of the Wright Brothers’ first flight in 1903. Steering from earlier flight ventures to modern aviation, audiences are introduced to high-performance jets. The variety and versatility...
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"Orville and Wilbur Wright were remarkable inventors, mechanics, risk-takers, and visionaries. They designed and built their own wings, steering devices, engines, and wind tunnel. But just how did they construct such an impressive flying machine? It takes a team of modern pilots, builders, aviation experts, and historians joined together to retrace, rebuild and re-fly planes built to the specifications developed by the Wright Brothers a century ago....
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History's mysteries journeys back to the early days of the century to chronicle the attempts of the overlooked aviators and dreamers who were the Wrights' contemporaries. In particular, we'll examine the controversy surrounding the claims of Gustave Whitehead. Many witnesses claimed that they saw his flying machine aloft over Bridgeport, Connecticut on August 14, 1901. Boston and New York newspapers recorded the event, but it has never received official...
12) Sentimental reflections: Series nineteen, Edition two,America's heritage in story, scenery & song
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This quarterly video magazine highlights stories about various aspects of American life. Every episode features unique places, people, and music, all selected to foster a feeling of nostalgia toward the parts of life often forgotten. Although Crosley cars haven't been manufactured since 1952, the brand is very much alive for those who collect the quirky little vehicles and the Cover Story is about their annual collector's event. A selection of inviting...
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