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A look back on "Enterprise: Tailspin" and "Business Edition" with David Johnson

David Johnson reflects back on the captivating story of this North Texas airline.

08/06/2025

From the Archives

A look back on "Enterprise: Tailspin" and "Business Edition" with David Johnson

Clip: Special | 9m 56s

David Johnson reflects back on the captivating story of this North Texas airline.

When Braniff Airlines fought to keep the the company afloat, KERA's David Johnson and the team behind "Enterprise: Tailspin" were there, capturing it all. What was supposed to be a triumphant story of overcoming it all, turned into a cautionary tale of business beyond saving.

08/06/2025

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From the Archives

A look back on "Enterprise: Tailspin" and "Business Edition" with David Johnson

Clip: Special | 9m 56s

When Braniff Airlines fought to keep the the company afloat, KERA's David Johnson and the team behind "Enterprise: Tailspin" were there, capturing it all. What was supposed to be a triumphant story of overcoming it all, turned into a cautionary tale of business beyond saving.

08/06/2025

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