NOVA - S15E20: The Light Stuff

Name: The Light Stuff
Genre: Documentary
Released: 1988-11-22
Duration: 55 min

Nov 22, 1988DocumentarySeason 15, Episode 20

Reliving a Greek myth takes an effort of mythic proportions, as NOVA reveals in its behind-the-scenes report of a human powered-flight across the Aegean Sea, a journey that symbolically recreated the mythical flight of Daedalus. NOVA follows the epic journey of the human-powered plane Daedalus 88 from the early prototypes to its dramatic landing in the surf after a 74-mile flight from the island of Crete to Santorini.

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NOVA S15E20 Synopsis

Stream NOVA "The Light Stuff" in HD quality on Goojara. Originally aired on 1988-11-22, this episode is part of Season 15 of NOVA. With a runtime of 55m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this Documentary series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. Reliving a Greek myth takes an effort of mythic proportions, as NOVA reveals in its behind-the-scenes report of a human powered-flight across the Aegean Sea, a journey that symbolically recreated the mythical flight of Daedalus. NOVA follows the epic...