Wings of Russia (2008): S01E03 – Fighters – The Jet Era

Introduction Wings of Russia is an 18-part documentary hosted by Alexander Loginov, published by Wings TV in 2008, with English narration. Outline A fighter is designated to have superiority over aircraft of any other class. Speed is one of the most important components of success. During the Second World War the maximum speed of serial…

Andrew Marshall

12/08/2021

1–2 minutes

History, Military Aircraft, Military Aviation, Military Documentary, Russian Air Force, Soviet Air Force

Introduction

Wings of Russia is an 18-part documentary hosted by Alexander Loginov, published by Wings TV in 2008, with English narration.

Outline

A fighter is designated to have superiority over aircraft of any other class. Speed is one of the most important components of success. During the Second World War the maximum speed of serial fighters significantly increased. However, the propeller was capable of bringing aircraft only to a certain limited speed. The way out was found in the creation of a principally new type of engine – the jet engine.

Wings of Russia Series

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Production & Filming Details

Release Date: 2008.
Running time: 60 minutes.
Rating: Unknown.
Country: Russia.
Language: Russian and English.