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Some of the greatest advances in aviation technology took place at the RAE, Farnborough- one of the world's most successful aeronautical research establishments.

Much of this work was captured on film for later analysis by the scientists, boffins and daring RAF test pilots who worked alongside them.

This programme is a comprehensive guide to some of the many groundbreaking developments- as well as the not so successful trials and tribulations that took place. Everything from Arrestor Wires to Flexible Deck; from Ditching at Sea to the Jet Engine.

The show features some unusual and previously unreleased footage plus a rare interview with the famous former test pilot, Neville Duke.