Flight 6
Synopsis
Forty-eight hours after leaving Vancouver, a microfilm of ship plans reaches the Admiralty in London, demonstrating the urgency of wartime communication.
Synopsis
At Dorval Airport in Montreal, Trans-Canada Airlines Flight 6 prepares for its daily landing at 11:55 a.m. The flight, operating in 1944, carries vital airmail bags filled with letters and parcels destined for military personnel, diplomats, and prisoners of war. Each piece of mail tells a story, from a young naval architect's plans for a new ferry design to a soldier's heartfelt letter to his fiancée. Directed by Sydney Newman, the documentary illustrates the critical role of Canada's air service during World War II.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See how a soldier's letter reaches the battlefield.
- Find out how microfilm plans travel 5,000 miles.
- Meet the postal clerks ensuring timely deliveries.
Did You Know
- Flight 6 lands at Dorval Airport in Montreal every day at 11:55 AM.
- A microfilm packet from Vancouver to London costs only 90 cents.
- The blue air letter from Bill to his girlfriend traveled 48 hours to reach her.
- The film shows that 30 tons of cargo are lifted into the air by TCA Lancaster 104.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Flight 6 land at Dorval Airport in Montreal?
Flight 6 lands at Dorval Airport in Montreal at 11:55 every morning.
How far does the microfilm travel from Vancouver to London?
The microfilm travels 5,000 miles from Vancouver to London.
What is the purpose of the blue air letter mentioned in the documentary?
The blue air letter is an urgent communication from a soldier to his girlfriend, which he wants to send off quickly.
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