Whirling Wings - Evolution of the Rotorhead (S03E01)
S03E01
Cierva's innovations in autogyro technology paved the way for advanced models like the BK-117, highlighting the rotorhead's pivotal role in helicopter history. The initial designs of helicopters were intricate and often perilous, with a high risk of malfunction. Pilots required immense focus and bravery to navigate these challenging machines.
Show
First Flights with Neil Armstrong
Episode
S03E01
Air Date
Sep 08, 1993
Season 3 Episodes
S03E01
Whirling Wings - Evolution of the Rotorhead
S03E02
Water Birds - Floatplanes and Flying Boats
S03E03
Jump to the Sky - Jet VTOL
S03E04
Tail First Flying - the Canard
S03E05
First Around The World
S03E06
Flying Blind
S03E07
Flying Wings
S03E08
Flight Control - Wing Warping to Fly-by-Wire
S03E09
Flash Of Glory - Aerial Combat Enters The Jet Age
S03E10
Flying the Mail
S03E11
Backyard Fliers - An Airplane In Every Garage
S03E12
First In Speed: Air Racing
S03E13
Propellers - Wings With A Twist