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Behind The Wings

The Hurricane Hunters

Behind the Wings is a video series produced by Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum that gives viewers behind-the-scenes access to aircraft, industry leaders and more.

The Hurricane Hunters

Behind The Wings: Video Series Episode 1 | 26m 41s | CC

When others turn back, they fly straight into the eye of a storm. The Hurricane Hunters, an elite unit of aviators, use specialized aircraft to gather real-time data from inside hurricanes. From cutting-edge radar to autonomous drones deployed in-flight, this episode explores the high-risk missions, unique aircraft, and courageous crews who help improve hurricane forecasting, risking their lives t

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