Black Files Declassified (2020): S01E06 – Rise of the Nightstalkers

Introduction Every year, the US government funds clandestine programmes collectively called the black budget. But what is exactly behind these secretive missions operating around the globe? Outline A black ops mission reveals one of the most-elite and clandestine group of aviators in the world: the Nightstalkers. Mike Baker tracks down the technology, training and survival…

Andrew Marshall

10/03/2025

1–2 minutes

History, Military Documentary, Military Technology

Introduction

Every year, the US government funds clandestine programmes collectively called the black budget. But what is exactly behind these secretive missions operating around the globe?

Outline

A black ops mission reveals one of the most-elite and clandestine group of aviators in the world: the Nightstalkers. Mike Baker tracks down the technology, training and survival tech that fuels this shadowy team of top-secret helicopter pilots.

Black Files Declassified Series

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Production & Filming Details

Release Date: 07 May 2020.
Running Time: 42 minutes.
Rating: TV-PG.
Country: US.
Language: English.