Spitfire Sisters

Spitfire Sisters

50 mins | Documentary | Oct. 18, 2010

'Spitfire Sisters' tells the story of the remarkable ladies who flew for the Air Transport Auxiliary (ATA) in World War Two. Called upon to ferry military planes of all types between airfields, factories and maintenance units, these ladies were faced with bad weather, operational adversities and flying planes they had never flown before. Now in their 90's, these ladies tell us of the adventures they experienced during their incredible lives as Ferry Pilots. With tales of love, laughter and loss, people can't help but feel permanently amazed by the achievements of these unique women. They are the unsung heroes of the Second World War.

Spitfire Sisters

50 mins | Documentary | Oct. 18, 2010

Spitfire Sisters
'Spitfire Sisters' tells the story of the remarkable ladies who flew for the Air Transport Auxiliary (ATA) in World War Two. Called upon to ferry military planes of all types between airfields, factories and maintenance units, these ladies were faced with bad weather, operational adversities and flying planes they had never flown before. Now in their 90's, these ladies tell us of the adventures they experienced during their incredible lives as Ferry Pilots. With tales of love, laughter and loss, people can't help but feel permanently amazed by the achievements of these unique women. They are the unsung heroes of the Second World War.
Producers
Original title Spitfire Sisters
Directors Sandra Skibsted, Tristan Loraine
Writers Susan Loraine, Leofwine Loraine

Cast

Betty Boothroyd

as Herself

Margot Duhalde

as Herself

Mary Ellis

as Herself

Margaret Frost

as Herself

Peter Garrod

as Herself

Annette Hill

as Herself

Samantha Irving

as Narrator