Inside RAF Brize Norton

Episode 01

Critical Cargo

Nov 21, 2013 · 45 min

Behind the scenes at the biggest and busiest military airbase in the UK, shedding light on the work and lives of its servicemen and women. The series begins with a look at the different critical cargo the compound transports on a daily basis, including a helicopter travelling to Camp Bastion in Afghanistan.

Episode 02

Highs and Lows

Nov 28, 2013 · 45 min

Trainee cadets feel the pressure when they undertake the gruelling fast rope course, a skill that is crucial if a helicopter is unable to touch down in hostile territory, and aspiring paratroopers make a daring low-level jump in a bid to earn their wings. Staff members also take part in a mass training exercise to commemorate the Battle of Arnhem, before gathering for a repatriation ceremony.

Episode 03

Departure Lounge, Afghanistan

Dec 5, 2013 · 45 min

Emotions run high at Brize's busy terminal when a returning soldier is reunited with his family. A young couple, meanwhile, is put to the test

Episode 04

Prepping for the Frontline

Dec 12, 2013 · 45 min

Emergency crews step in when a Hercules' landing gear fails. The UK reservists, meanwhile, throw themselves into parachute training.

Episode 05

24/7

Dec 21, 2013 · 45 min

An urgent medical evacuation flight takes off for Afghanistan, and the Officers' Mess remembers the Battle of Britain, one of the most pivotal moments in history.

Episode 06

Events

Jan 9, 2014 · 45 min

The show takes a look at the different national events that the military airbase has taken part in.

Episode 07

First Steps

Jan 16, 2014 · 45 min

The recruits get ready for deployment in Afghanistan whilst the emergency services take part in a crash-landing exercise.