Inside the Mind of a Fighter Pilot: Beyond the Cockpit

This documentary explores the world of the fighter pilot, tracing naval aviation from wild early experiments to the decisive battles of the Second World War. It follows the rise of the aircraft carrier and the crews who fly from it, going beyond the cockpit into the mindset it demands. It combines history with the human experience of combat flying. It is a gripping watch for anyone drawn to air warfare. Free to watch in HD on Dr Documentary.

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