A photo essay tracing the history and development of aircraft from hot-air balloons to jetliners. Includes information on the principles of flight and the inner workings of various flying machines.

Early fighter planes pioneered advances that would push the boundaries of aviation.

An exploration of the air battles that marked World War I as the first aerial war.

As planes became stronger, they became capable of dropping bombs onto targets from the air. The great bomber was born.

This is the story of the beginning of war in the sky! Discover the legendary aircrafts and thrilling aerial battles that marked many historic achievements and advances for pilots, engineers and our military. Through captivating final interviews with some of the men who flew in the Great War, incredible archival film footage and video of restored aircraft still flying 100 years later, this one-of-a-kind collection allows you to experience history's...

A photo essay tracing the history and development of aircraft from hot-air balloons to jetliners. Includes information on the principles of flight and the inner workings of various flying machines.