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X Force &#61; 6: The Science of Free Flight

X Force = 6: The Science of Free Flight

Synopsis:
X Force explores the science behind the adrenalin rush of extreme disciplines. Follow four world-class paragliding pilots on their two-day flight over New Zealand's Southern Alps to the base of Mt Cook, the country's highest mountain. Exploring the technical, physical and psychological demands of cuttingedge paragliding exploration, the film captures the danger and exhilaration of flying high on a single nylon wing.

Duration: 1 hour

Production Deal: Co-produced with National Geographic

HD Version: No

3D Version: No

Program Licensing: Available subject to current licenses.


Awards

2002
Festival of Film of Free Flight and the Coupe Icare, France
Best Documentary Award
2003
International Aerial Film Festival (FIA El Yelmo), Spain
Best Aerial Film

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