Fighter Wing

1956•30m

Documentary

Fred Davis introduces us to Canadian Air Force operations in Zweibrucken, West Germany. Follow Green Section as they perform drills and explain what it takes to be a fighter pilot.

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ONF | NFB

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Fred Davis

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