Ferry Pilot
Synopsis
Focuses on the work of the Air Transport Auxiliary or ATA. By 1941, literally hundreds of RAF fighters and bombers needed to be flown each day between aircraft factories, maintenance depots and RAF aerodromes. This vital task was carried out by the men and women of the ATA, a civilian air force operating from their own pools and stations all over Britain. Essentially a dramatised account of typical ATA deliveries, the film features coverage of the ATA's own fleet of Ansons, as well as being notable for some excellent Spitfire film and very rare footage of the Whitley bomber, including take off and in-cockpit sequences.
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 5, 1942
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Pat Jackson
- Original Score
- Brian Easdale
- Original Title
- Ferry Pilot
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 31m
- Production Studios
- Crown Film Unit, Colonial Film Unit
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Pat Jackson
Brian Easdale
Richard Q. McNaughton
Ian Dalrymple
Department Leadership Roster
Pat Jackson
Director
Ian Dalrymple
Producer
Richard Q. McNaughton
Editor
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What is Ferry Pilot about?
Focuses on the work of the Air Transport Auxiliary or ATA. By 1941, literally hundreds of RAF fighters and bombers needed to be flown each day between aircraft factories, maintenance depots and RAF aerodromes. This vital task was carried out by the men and women of the ATA, a civilian air force operating from their own pools and stations all over Britain. Essentially a dramatised account of typical ATA deliveries, the film features coverage of the ATA's own fleet of Ansons, as well as being notable for some excellent Spitfire film and very rare footage of the Whitley bomber, including take off and in-cockpit sequences.
Who directed Ferry Pilot?
Ferry Pilot was directed by Pat Jackson.
Who stars in Ferry Pilot?
The principal cast of Ferry Pilot includes Not specified.
When was Ferry Pilot released and how long is it?
Ferry Pilot was released in 1942 with a total runtime of 31m.
Who composed the musical score for Ferry Pilot?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Ferry Pilot was composed by Brian Easdale.