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Flying Heavy Metal Episode Three: Size Matters-Part 1 HQ

Bruce Dickinson of Iron Maiden presents the history of jet travel from his perspective as a Boeing 757 pilot for the UK airline Astraeus. A total of five episodes include historical footage from manufacturer’s archives, including a test pilot completing an unauthorized barrel roll in the Boeing 707. Also discusses the development of the de Havilland Comet, the 747 and the A380, including interviews with key members of the development teams (who may be unaware they are chatting with the lead singer of Iron Maiden). Episode 1: Jet Race Episode 2: Jet Set Episode 3: Size Matters Episode 4: Safer Skies Episode 5: Watch This Space