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Products - Aviation & Military
Celebrating 100 years of British Aviation!
FARNBOROUGH ABOVE AND BEYOND - The Story of British Aviation
This 6-part series, broadcast on ITV and Discovery, chronicles the major events over the first 100 years in the development of British aviation paying tribute to the pioneering spirit of the scientists, technicians and test pilots of the RAE who made great advances in aviation technology. Includes the gas turbine jet engine, radar, ejector seats, delta winged flight, the AAIB, weapons and supersonic flight. 151 mins.
DVD £16.99
STRIKE FORCE
The STRIKE FORCE series features war planes from all around the world. Fighters and bombers from past and present are analysed and explored, giving a fascinating insight into the formidable power of strike aircraft that will appeal to enthusiasts of all ages.
BUCCANEER
Features rare archive footage and exclusive interviews with people who designed and flew the plane giving a personal insight into the innovations, testing, and service life of one of the world’s best low-level strike aircraft of the last 30 years. 63 mins.
DVD £14.99
MiG 29
The definitive story of one of the Soviet`s greatest fighters from initial brief to the Mikoyan Design Bureau, through design, development, testing, flight trials and deployment. Great technical detail, unique interviews and amazing footage! 61 mins.
DVD £14.99
VULCAN
The Spirit of Woodford Archive and recent footage of the 603’s re-build at its birthplace, AVRO Woodford, plus interviews with ex-crew members. Explores the Vulcan’s pedigree and illustrious career. 52 mins.
DVD £14.99
HARRIER The Vertical Reality
This fast-paced action packed DVD salutes the achievements of the Harrier, in peace and war, over land and sea, through test and research bringing you the test pilots who lifted the first Harrier into the air in 1966 and the squadron pilots who flew her in the fiercest of fire fights. 68 mins.
DVD £14.99
THE SUKHOI STORY
The complete history of one of the world’s most famous designers and manufacturers of strike aircraft. Examines the development and capabilities of many of the Sukhoi strike aircraft from the WWII BB-1 short range bomber to the SU-24 Fencer, SU-25 Frogfoot and the SU-27 Flanker. 82 Minutes.
DVD £14.99
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IN-COCKPIT `NEW’
Take a thrilling ride in the cockpit with the pilots of eight different aircraft including the legendary Spitfire; a 757 commercial airliner; Panavia Tornado; and the spectacular modern jet-fighter, the SU-37 to name a few. Features pilot point-of-view; take-off & landing; Head-Up Display; dramatic air-to-air footage; pilot commentary; close-ups of the instrument panel; communications with Air Traffic Control; and a practice bombing mission with the RAF.75 mins.
DVD £12.99
THE F.A.S.T ARCHIVE COLLECTION
FRONTIERS OF FLIGHT
A compilation of four historic programmes reporting on advances in aviation research capturing the pioneering work of the Royal Aircraft Establishment. Includes `Project Aeronauticus` and `Challenge of the Sky`. 108 mins.
DVD £13.99
CREATING CONCORDE
The creation of Concorde brought together two nations, a host of aviation specialists and transformed the very nature of world travel. This compilation of eight films tells the story of how mach II flight was achieved. 86 mins.
DVD £13.99
AIR CRASH INVESTIGATION & ESCAPE
Contains 6 films which looks at escape problems from early military aircraft and chronicles the work of the Air Accident Investigation Branch including the story of its most ground-breaking case, the Comet disaster. 99 mins.
DVD £13.99
THE A to Z of BRITISH MILITARY AVIATION
B is for Birdstrike; F is for Flexible Deck; and Y is for Youngman Flotation Gear. Covers the great trials & tribulations in the development of British military aircraft. 70 mins.
DVD £13.99
THE A to Z of FLIGHT – THE HUMAN FACTOR
D is for Deceleration; G is for G Force; and U is for Underwater Escape. Examines the extraordinary work of the RAF Institute of Aviation Medicine developing pilot safety and survivability. 82 mins.
DVD £13.99
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AIR SHOWS
FARNBOROUGH 1948-1962
From 1948 until 1962 Farnborough was the world`s greatest air show, featuring all that was best about British aviation. A unique year-by-year film history of the event up to 1962 - the last annual show. All the shows from 1957 onward are in full colour. 2 hrs. 41 mins.
DVD £16.99
FARNBOROUGH 1964–88
Between 1964 and 1988 Farnborough grew from an exclusively British aviation showcase to one of the world`s leading airshows featuring the very latest in international aviation. All in full colour. 3 hrs. 20 mins.
DVD £16.99
FARNBOROUGH 1990–2008 `NEW’
This unique show-by-show film record captures all the action and spectacle from this truly outstanding air show from 1990 up to 2008, which saw the official 60th Anniversary of the show. Includes a wide range of military aircraft for the fast jet enthusiasts, and civil aviation at Farnborough is well represented too. Highlights include a rare 747 display; a visit from the restored Vulcan; the A-300 Beluga Super Transporter; the awesome B2A Stealth Bomber; and several Bonus Features ranging from `Women in Aviation` to `100 Years of Powered Flight`. Plus much, much more! 2hrs. 57 mins.
DVD £16.99
Special purchase price for the set of three £45 - you save £5.97
MILITARY
ARK ROYAL - The Complete History
Traces the history of this famous series of fighting ships. From the first one commissioned by Sir Walter Raleigh in the 16th century to the present day aircraft carrier, Air Royal has played a major part in the defence of Britain. 93 mins.
DVD £14.99
ARMY MEDICS - Exercise Sharp Point
Follow the men and women of 19th Airmobile Field Ambulance of the Army Medical Services through torrential rain, oppressive heat, and primitive conditions as they deliver much needed medical aid to the nomadic tribes people of northern Kenya. As featured on The Discovery Channel. 72 mins.
VHS £4.99
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