Silver Spitfire: The Longest Flight
SILVER SPITFIRE: THE LONGEST JOURNEY follows pilot Matt Jones and his team as they make the incredible journey around the world in a World War II era Spitfire plane. Facing dangerous weather, volcanic ash and dangerous territories, Matt and his team fly the historic machine over the stunning vistas of North America, the majestic pyramids and the soaring Alps. As drama ensues at home and the team struggles to finish their historic flight, they push to get to the finish line – and to accomplish their goal of inspiring a new generation through the freedom of flight. SILVER SPITFIRE: THE LONGEST JOURNEY features never-before-seen archive, interviews and stunning aerial cinematography. -Official selection: 2022 Manchester Film Festival
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Duration: 1 x 90' | 1 x 60' HD
Resolution: HD
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Genre: Documentary, History, Nature, Wildlife & Environment
Tags: Adventure, History
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Producer: Red Bull Originals & Stamp Productions
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