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NOVA

1974Returning SeriesNext: Feb 25 9pm ET53 Seasons1017 Episodes7.0TMDB
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PBS' premier science series helps viewers of all ages explore the science behind the headlines. Along the way, NOVA demystifies science and technology, and highlights the people involved in scientific pursuits.

Season 25 · Episode 2

Faster Than Sound

Aired Oct 14, 1997at 9PM·55m

On the 50th anniversary of the first supersonic flight, Chuck Yeager relives his gutsy assault on the sound barrier and tells how it was done. Other top test pilots of the day—those who survived—describe the dangers, mysteries, and thrill of trying to fly faster than sound at the dawn of the jet age.

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When did NOVA Season 25 Episode 2 air?

NOVA Season 25 Episode 2 aired on October 14, 1997 at 9 PM ET.

How long is NOVA Season 25 Episode 2?

This episode runs for approximately 55 minutes.

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