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First Flights with Kate Broug

First Flights with Kate Broug

★ 7.5/10•2024•TV-PG•Documentary•Action & Adventure
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Join pilot and journalist Kate Broug for a global adventure that brings to life the extraordinary individuals and audacious achievements that have defined the world of flight.

Join pilot and journalist Kate Broug for a global adventure that brings to life the extraordinary individuals and audacious achievements that have defined the world of flight.

StatusReturning Series
LanguageEN
First Air DateOct 5, 2024

Episodes

E1

The Missing Airmen of WWII

During World War II, approximately 6000 aircraft met their demise on Dutch soil, leaving behind both the wreckage and the airmen who perished with them, some of whom were never recovered. In this episode, Kate Broug embarks on a journey through the lens of aviation in her home country, The Netherlands.

Oct 5, 2024

E210m

The Aircraft Graveyard

Join Kate Broug as she explores a unique aviation graveyard filled with over 2,000 retired aircraft, waiting to be recycled. Hidden deep in the forest and overgrown by bush, these airplanes tell the untold stories of general aviation history. Meet Clinton McJenkin from BAS Part Sales, who shares how his team salvages valuable aircraft parts, helping aviation enthusiasts and collectors keep these historic planes alive. This is a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the aircraft recycling process and what happens to planes after their final flight. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind journey through aviation salvage and aircraft restoration

Oct 12, 2024

E39m

The Loch Ness of Aviation

In this episode, Kate Broug unravels the mystery of the Maid of Harlech, the legendary WWII "ghost plane" buried beneath the sands of Wales. This P-38 Lightning has become a symbol of aviation folklore. In this episode, Kate explores the crash site and its haunting history, offering rare insights into the WWII aviation legacy and the preservation efforts surrounding this iconic wreckage.

Oct 19, 2024

E48m

Jumping From Space

Kate Broug visits Thomas Kozlowski in Santa Barbara to dive into the incredible story behind his 2025 record-breaking 148,000ft space jump. This episode delves into the preparation, technology, and personal commitment required for such a groundbreaking achievement.

Oct 26, 2024

E59m

Iceland’s Ghosts of Aviation

In this episode of 'First Flights with Kate Broug,' Kate Broug visits the haunting Sólheimasandur Plane Wreckage in Iceland, exploring the remains of the 1973 US Navy DC-3 crash site. Amidst the stunning and desolate landscape, Kate delves into the history of the wreckage and debunks popular myths surrounding the site.

Nov 2, 2024

E67m

More Than a Toy — The Paper Airplane Guy

Ever wondered how far a simple piece of paper can fly? Join Kate as she meets John Collins, the legendary Paper Airplane Guy, at the iconic Delta Flight Museum. Together, they explore the connection between innovation in aviation and the art of paper flight.

Nov 9, 2024

Actors

Kate Broug

Kate Broug

Kate Broug

Clinton McJenkin

Clinton McJenkin

Stieneke van der Graaf

Stieneke van der Graaf

Ivo de Jong

Ivo de Jong

Phil Scott

Phil Scott

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