
Flight World War II follows the harrowing journey of International Flight 42, which encounters a mysterious storm that transports it back in time to 1940, during the height of World War II. Stranded amidst the global conflict, the crew and passengers must navigate the perils of the era and the threat of Axis powers while seeking a way to return to the present.
Trivia:
1. The film utilized a blend of practical effects and CGI to realistically depict the tumultuous storm that causes the time travel, marking one of the few productions at the time to seamlessly combine these techniques.
2. Several cast members underwent basic flight training to authentically portray airline crew and passengers in the confined airplane setting.
3. The production consulted with WWII historians to accurately represent the era, ensuring that historical figures and events within the film were portrayed with surprising accuracy despite the fictional premise.