

Australia's aviation history is a saga of daring feats, can-do attitude, pig-headed visionaries, iron-fisted politicians and warring pilots; of humble beginnings and mega deals.

The story begins in World War One with the bold young airmen who would later establish Australia's first airlines, in difficult conditions, marred by accidents and fatalities, but highlighted by ground-breaking flights.
Aired: 5/31/2007
Aviation creates heroes and national icons, but strikes them down young.
Aired: 6/7/2007
Australian aviation comes of age, but the stakes are high and the boardroom battles vicious.
Aired: 6/14/2007Sign in to share your thoughts with the community.