Novice fliers tackle their first ascents, earth-bound creatures soar uniquely and sky masters race with speed, power and agility.

Each species has developed its own unique toolkit to stay ahead of the pack and outpace the competition in the relentless game of eat or be eaten, it pays to be airborne.

Nearly every species on Earth must find a mate and while some become partners for life, for others it's just a fleeting moment.

All airborne creatures embark on remarkable journeys through the air, some routes are short and others across hundreds of miles.