Falklands Hero: Bravo November

2012•44m

Documentary

Mike Brewer sets off on a journey of discovery to find out the story of one of the most remarkable aircraft in the British Armed Forces: a Chinook helicopter code named Bravo November. By doing so he examines the invaluable contribution that these helicopters have made to campaigns from the Falklands War onwards. And how Chinooks are now being upgraded to keep them at the cutting edge of British tactical weaponry.

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Production

X2 Productions Limited

Language

Status

Ended

First Aired

March 27, 2012

Last Aired

April 3, 2012

Networks

Discovery

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Seasons & Episodes

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Season

At War

Air date: 2012-03-27

Mike traces the Bravo's history, from its pivotal role in the Falklands to his battle experience in Afghanistan. How has this Chinook survived 30 years of conflict?

Building a Legend

Air date: 2012-04-03

Mike investigates the role of the Chinook in modern warfare. How have improvements to this legendary helicopter kept it on the frontline of military action?