Movies and TvShows featuring "airport-control-tower" theme.

Ceiling Zero (1936) is a thrilling movie set in 1930s Newark, New Jersey. It revolves around the lives of a group of airplane mechanics and pilots who face self-sacrifice, remorse, and grief after a tragic airplane crash. With themes of friendship, courage, and redemption, this movie explores the consequences of irresponsibility and selfishness. As the characters navigate through fear and deception, they strive for vindication and overcome their past mistakes. The plot is enhanced by the backdrop of aviation and the challenges of flying in adverse weather conditions. The movie captures the spirit of adventure and explores the complexities of human relationships.

At Portland, Oregon, playboy pilot Len Kendrick lands at the end of a cross-country record flight, met by his father J.P. Kendrick who owns Amalgamated Air Lines. Len is a media darling, adored by fans for his daring flights. He is in love with Amalgamated stewardess Kay Armstrong who is dating veteran pilot "Wad" Madison. Len dates her sister Penny who learns that his hard-drinking and recklessness has caused the death of his co-pilot. Penny knows that he was drinking before the fateful flight and only escaped prosecution by bribing a bartender. She leaves Len who ends up at Amalgamated as a line pilot, being tutored by Wad.