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From: Naval Aviation News | Date: May 1, 1998| Author: | Copyright information

New Air & Space Channel

Wingspan: Air & Space Channel was launched in April to provide upto-date information on air and space subjects to aviation and aerospace enthusiasts around the world. The cable and satellite channel disseminates news, entertainment, documentaries and educational programs. Wingspan, also producer of the "Wings" series on the Discovery Channel, broadcasts in 39 countries and 11 languages.

Wingspan, headquartered in Bethesda, Md., is carried in the Washington, D.C., area by Media General Cable, which covers Fairfax County, Va.

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