Elementary and Pylon Eights(1944)
10 min · Documentary, Animation, War
Released
This government documentary short film demonstrates for Army Air Forces pilots in World War II the safe execution of a variety of aeronautical maneuvers. An instructor, using animation, shows the proper procedure for setting up and executing S-turns, elementary figure eights, and pylon figure eights. Illustrating the right and wrong ways to perform these maneuvers are the animated characters Wilbur Right and Wilbur Wrong.
Where to watch
Not available to stream, rent, or buy in the US yet.
US release dates
- Theatrical
- March 13, 1944
