Movies and TvShows featuring "water-landing" theme.

When pilot Sully Sullenberger lands his damaged plane on the Hudson River to save the passengers, he is hailed a hero but faces investigation and criticism. Sully insists it was a forced water landing and not a crash, and debates the accuracy of computer simulations. The National Transportation Safety Board questions his decision, but ultimately confirms his actions were correct. Sully credits everyone aboard and the rescue team for the success.

The Great Waldo Pepper follows the journey of a pilot named Waldo Pepper as he tries to make a name for himself in the aviation industry after serving in World War I. With his biplane and a crew of fellow pilots, Waldo traverses the country participating in aerial stunts, barnstorming, and dogfights. Along the way, he faces rivalries, challenges, and the haunting memories of war.

A spoiled Hollywood actress struggles back to civilization after the crash of her private jet botches a kidnap attempt, leaving her stranded in the jungle with her irritating assistant and her inept hijacker pilot.

A concert film assembled from two performances given by Electric Six.

This documentary short film depicts various situations in which B-24 bombers, damaged in combat, may be landed safely despite the destruction of various landing-related equipment on the aircraft. Footage of several damaged aircraft landing safely is accompanied by descriptions of the damage and of the means used by pilots to counter the effects of that damage.