British Airlines decided to begin an ongoing tribute to legendary rock star David Bowie with free in-flight entertainment including documentaries, live concert recordings and interviews.

“In recognition of the huge impact Bowie had on popular British culture, and to people around the world, we felt that it was a fitting tribute to the man and his music,” Richard D’Cruze, British Airways’ in-flight entertainment manager, said in a statement.

British Airways passengers will be able to watch the in-depth documentary David Bowie – Five Years In The Making of an Icon, which follows Bowie through five of his most influential years, from the birth of Ziggy Stardust to the release of mega-hit ‘Let’s Dance.”

Also, on selected flights from April 1, passengers can listen to two hour-long concerts from Bowie’s “Outside” tour in 1996 and early radio interviews; or watch the 1997 documentary The Best of Bowie (1969-1974)and David Bowie at the Beeb, a behind-the-scenes look at Bowie’s BBC recordings and interview sessions.

And from May 1, passengers can stream two radio specials, Profiles: David Bowie and The David Bowie Story.

“We hope over the coming months our customers will use their flights to rediscover and appreciate Bowie’s distinctive music and unmistakable sound through our specially selected content,” D’Cruze said.

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