Defenders Of The Sky

Jules Hudson discovers the hidden stories of the airfields that saved Great Britain and her wartime Allies, starting with the crucial contribution made by Biggin Hill.

From the UK's first flight to the modern-day jet engine, Jules Hudson discovers Farnborough's incredible contribution to air science and research.

Jules Hudson heads to Duxford, the home of Douglas Bader's Big Wing during the Battle of Britain and an aerodrome that welcomed thousands of GIs during WWII.

Join Jules Hudson at Europe's largest surviving WW1 aerodrome where he explores the stories of Britain's first pilot heroes.

Join Jules Hudson as he discovers the secrets and remarkable history of RAF Coningsby, the former home of the famous 61 Squadron known as the Dambusters.

Jules Hudson visits the coastal village of Calshot and explores the former seaplane and flying boat station that once hosted the Schneider Trophy.

Jules Hudson visits Bentwaters and explores the airfield's role in the Cold War before taking flight in the RAF's first fighter jet.

Jules visits the former WWII airfield in Dorset, where he gets towed into the sky in a glider and takes to the tracks in a Churchill Tank.

Jules Hudson uncovers the West Sussex airfield's secret part in the missions of Britain's Special Operations Executives and explores the bravery of SOE agents.

Join Jules Hudson at RNAS Yeovilton, home to the Fleet Air Arm Museum and Europe's largest Naval Aviation Collection.