Synopsis
In the 50s and 60s, Britain led the world into the jet age with a new generation of fighters and bombers.
- Programme: Jet! When Britain Ruled the Skies
- Episode: 01: Military Marvels
- Channel: BBC Four
- Broadcast year: 2012
Licence: ERA Licence required
Free to watch for UK schools, colleges and universities with an ERA Licence
UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted
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