AIRMAN by Andy Hediger
2016 · Documentary
AIRMAN is the story of André Hediger, a man of flight. Andy is one of the pillars of the Red Bull Acroteam. He was a pioneer in paragliding, becoming world champion. His curiosity has never ceased to grow. He is a multidisciplinary test pilot and has even designed and perfected various aircraft that have made sport flying an activity accessible to anyone who wants to fly. Andy reaches his 50th birthday with a past full of determination and tenacity. After suffering accidents and irreparable losses in the practice of his sport, he demonstrates that his passion for flying is nothing less than a powerful weapon for overcoming and achieving his goals. Andy's life serves as fuel to inspire and motivate us in those moments of defeat that we all face.
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