Challenger: An Industrial Romance

July. 09,1980      
Rating:
5.5
Trailer Synopsis Cast

Follows the development of Canadair's super-executive jet. A totally new type of aircraft, it is faster, cheaper to fly, and more comfortable than any other business jet. Would it make it off the drawing board and into the air? The film captures the spirit of the Canadian air transport industry and its attempt to compete with its American counterparts...

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Reviews

Cebalord
1980/07/09

Very best movie i ever watch

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VividSimon
1980/07/10

Simply Perfect

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Salubfoto
1980/07/11

It's an amazing and heartbreaking story.

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Cheryl
1980/07/12

A clunky actioner with a handful of cool moments.

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