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NOVA Season 12, Episode 20: The Plane that Changed the World

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NOVA joins the 50th anniversary celebration of the DC-3—the plane that revolutionized commercial air travel, served gallantly in World War II and is called the most important plane ever built. Watch NOVA Season 12, Episode 20 The Plane that Changed the World in HD free online. Enjoy high-quality streaming of NOVA Season 12, Episode 20 and share your thoughts in the comments below!

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The Plane that Changed the World

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