Claude Dornier, an aviation pioneer

History/Biography, Germany 2018

Claude Dornier, an aviation pioneer, designed 68 groundbreaking aircraft, some far ahead of their time. This documentary explores his life through rare archives and animations. Today, his grandchildren carry on his legacy, building seaplanes. Dornier's work spans the history of flight, from early aviation to moon landing. His innovative designs, like the Dornier WAL and the DO X, made international waves. But political turmoil challenged his projects, leading to family conflicts and the downfall of a renowned German business. Discover the indelible mark of Dornier in German aviation and technology history.
90 min
HD
Starting at 6
Audio language:
EnglishGerman

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Director:

Thomas Wartmann

Sound Design:

Tomas Bastian

Producer:

Thomas Wartmann

Original title:

Claude Dornier - Pionier der Luftfahrt

Original language:

German

Format:

16:9 HD, Color with partial B/W

Age rating:

Starting at 6

Audio language:

EnglishGerman