Flight Angels (1940)

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Federal Airlines ace pilot Chick Faber is grounded by Flight Superintendent Bill Graves when a doctor says his eyesight is failing. Aided by Mary Norvell and Nan Hudson, Graves persuades Chick to take a job as teacher in the school for airline hostesses, and Chick and Mary get married. He learns that the Army is going to test a stratosphere plane that he and Artie Dixon designed and feels that he should make the first flight but permission is refused.

Title: Flight Angels
"Flight Angels" is a 1940 American drama movie, directed by Lewis Seiler and featuring various star cast, consisting of Virginia Bruce, Dennis Morgan, Wayne Morris, and Ralph Bellamy. The plot checks out the journey of two airline company stewardesses, providing the remarkable balance they stake in between their expert obligations and personal lives.

Plot Summary:

The film starts with the concentrate on 2 primary characters, Mary Norvell (Virginia Bruce) and Nan Hudson (Jane Wyman). Both are airline stewardesses working for Federal Airlines. Their individual lives continue to converge with their expert functions. Mary is being courted by Federal Airlines' pilot, Chick Farber (Wayne Morris), and they quickly get engaged.

On the other hand, Chick's co-pilot, Artie Dixon (Dennis Morgan), is a casual flirt who has a wandering eye for stewardesses, which includes both Mary and Nan. Artie's reckless and nonchalant habits often leads to confrontations with Chick, causing stress in the team.

Dispute and Tension:
The plot thickens when Chick begins his training for the U.S. Army Air Corps. He fights with an inner fear of flying alone, causing an argument where Artie implicates him of cowardice. With Chick away for training, Mary is left alone to manage her sensations towards Artie, developing a romantic subplot amidst the drama.

Resolution:
Towards the climax of the movie, throughout a dangerous flight, Chick handles to conquer his fear. On the other hand, Artie, realizing that Mary really loves Chick, chooses to go back. The movie ends on a reconciliation note, depicting Chick's growth from being afraid to ending up being a full-fledged pilot, demonstrating bravery and professionalism. Mary and Chick fix up, and Artie, in spite of his feelings for Mary, supports their union.

Conclusion:
"Flight Angels" is an engaging expedition of the individual and professional worlds of aircraft crew members throughout the 1940s. The movie skillfully navigates through the complex relationships, showcasing the disputes, romances, and expert challenges airline company stewards and stewardesses faced because age. It concludes on a positive note, unraveling the protagonist's development, transforming fear into guts, and developing their dedication to performing their jobs remarkably.

General Reception:
"Flight Angels" got a mixed reaction upon its release. It is remembered for its convincing and insightful representation of a then-burgeoning profession. Virgina Bruce and Jane Wyman's commendable efficiencies as frontline staff members stabilizing deal with personal circumstances make the film a classic representation of functions within the aviation sector throughout the times. It is not simply a tale of love and relationships but also a tribute to the perseverance and bravery of the aviation experts in the face of adversity.

Top Cast

  • Virginia Bruce (small)
    Virginia Bruce
    Mary Norvell
  • Dennis Morgan (small)
    Dennis Morgan
    Chick Farber
  • Wayne Morris (small)
    Wayne Morris
    Artie Dixon
  • Ralph Bellamy (small)
    Ralph Bellamy
    Bill Graves
  • Jane Wyman (small)
    Jane Wyman
    Nan Hudson
  • John Ridgely (small)
    John Ridgely
    Lt. Parsons
  • John Litel (small)
    John Litel
    Dr. Barclay
  • Margot Stevenson (small)
    Margot Stevenson
    Rita
  • Dorothea Kent (small)
    Dorothea Kent
    Mabel
  • Lucile Fairbanks (small)
    Lucile Fairbanks
    Thelma