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1989 · 110m · Documentary
A must for the plane enthusiast, this film presents some of the world's best air show performers from 25 different venues. Aerobatic teams from across the globe perform breathtaking manoeuvres in their state-of-the-art jet fighters, while solo pilots put biplanes and vintage aircraft through their paces. All the fun and adrenalin action of a live show!
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