The Handley Page Halifax, a four-engined heavy bomber, played a vital role in Bomber Command during World War II, completing over 39,000 sorties and demonstrating exceptional endurance and versatility. Despite its contributions, the Halifax was often overshadowed by the more famous Lancaster and was eventually forgotten, with most aircraft being melted down after the war. However, the men who flew the Halifax never forgot their aircraft, and this film presents their vivid accounts of flying the plane in battle, as well as the story of its design, development, and eventual conversion into a post-war airliner.
Halifax at War: The Story of a Bomber
The Handley Page Halifax, a four-engined heavy bomber, played a vital role in Bomber Command during World War II, completing over 39,000 missions and showcasing its versatility by performing various tasks such as towing gliders, transporting agents, carrying cargo, and developing electronic warfa...
