Air Aces (2012): S01E01 – Spitfire Victory

Introduction Air Aces (US title) profiles the most harrowing airborne combat missions ever, many of which were recently declassified. Also known as Heroes of the Skies (original title) and War Heroes of The Skies (Australian title). Outline Canadian fighter pilot George Beurling helps save the strategically important island of Malta with his unique skill as…

Andrew Marshall

24/06/2024

1–2 minutes

Air Warfare, Military Aircraft, Military Documentary, World War Two

Introduction

Air Aces (US title) profiles the most harrowing airborne combat missions ever, many of which were recently declassified.

Also known as Heroes of the Skies (original title) and War Heroes of The Skies (Australian title).

Outline

Canadian fighter pilot George Beurling helps save the strategically important island of Malta with his unique skill as a fighter pilot. His excellent vision, agility in the air, unprecedented marksmanship, and willingness to break the rules made him one of the greatest aces of World War II. With the testimonies of pilots who flew alongside him and riveting re-enactment, “Air Aces” tells in enlightening detail the story of Canadas greatest Ace George Beurling.

Air Aces Series

You can find a full index and overview of Air Aces here.

Production & Filming Details

Release Date: 20 September 2012 (UK).
Running Time: 60 minutes.
Rating: Unknown.
Country: UK.
Language: English.