Product Description (All movies include English and German subtitles.) Premiere in Jumbo format For the first time, PilotsEYE.tv is a guest in the cockpit of a Boeing 747-400 and accompanies the ruler over 710 aircraft and 1700 pilots into aeronautical retirement. PilotsEYE shows the most spectacular images from the cockpit of airliners and guarantees unusual authentic insights into the real everyday life of a pilot in HD quality. The last flight of the Top Dog Frankfurt is usually foggy and damp cold in January. The de-icing vehicles, which are driven up to the aircraft to save time, are therefore nothing special in this weather for Senior First Officer Matt Baur and Rainer Lange, the head of the 747 long-haul fleet. Both are long-time employees of Lufthansa's fleet boss Norbert Wölfle, whom they are accompanying today to the west coast of the US. Toward the West without Papers Due to especially strong winds, today's flight goes to the USA on a very southerly airway, which is otherwise only used for the flight home. 1 hour delays can be offset by a strong tail wind and the arrival time will be earlier. This allows the crew to make up a one hour delay and land even before the scheduled arrival. Operationally, this is not a problem, because the Boeing 747 with the registration D-ABTK is already equipped with the "paperless cockpit", and therefore an additional screen on the cockpit window, on which all flight documents are digitally available. The original software (Lido / eRouteManual) is therefore used for the first time in the film for visualization. Always an Alternative The regular weather update of all alternate airports is a part of the cockpit work. A request via satellite shortly thereafter delivers the current data on the on-board printer. Captain Woelfle explains the audience every single letter and number code. Anyone who has a desire for explanations will opt for audio track 2, and listens to the personal audio commentary of the captain at a normal sound. Flying is team work PilotsEYE.tv is focusing specifically on the teamwork between the pilots in careful images in this episode and shows how precise work can function on just such a small area. Approachable, calm and appreciative, Airline Captain Wölfle leads his crew and verifies that all pilots act relaxed in any stressful situation. The quiet narrative proves the viewer with space for his own interpretation, which are rounded out by memories of special moments and reflective thoughts on the pilot's life. The Strip in HD PilotsEYE.tv also offers spectacular HD images in this episode: Wisconsin in wintery splendor, Las Vegas still so sharp from an altitude of 12,000 meters altitude that individual hotels on the "Las Vegas Strip" can be recognized, and finally the San Bernardino Mountains at the edge of Los Angeles - submerged in sunlight and smog-free for a change. The automatic accelerator and the autopilot are switched off after extending the landing flaps. From now on, the pilot is flying the 240 tons with his left hand and carefully accelerates with his right hand. For the first time, PilotsEYE.tv is showing the input on the yoke and the response of the aircraft synchronous in the same image for the first time. The audience directly experiences how the movements of the yoke affect the position of the aircraft. You cannot get any closer to the fascination of flying. Los Angeles is my City Before returning to Frankfurt, Norbert Woelfle invites to three beautiful places, which he has grown fond of over the years: to the Getty Museum in the morning, lunch at Shutters on the Beach in Santa Monica and sunset on Mount Hollywood, in the Griffith Observatory. Review This DVD follows Capt Norbert Wölfle and his crew on a roundtrip flight to Los Angeles which is also Capt Wölfle s last flight of his aviation career. Cameras in the cockpit follow the crew as they carry out all of their preparations and procedures during each phase of flight. During the first leg of our flight I couldn t help but be in awe at how scenic the view from the cockpit can be from a pilot s perspective while flying at over 30,000ft. The landing in Los Angeles was very smooth and after a short taxi to the gate we join the crew as Capt Wölfle takes us to some of his favorite spots such as Getty Museum, lunch at Shutters on the Beach in Santa Monica and sunset on Mount Hollywood, in the Griffith Observatory. On the final leg of our flight back to Frankfurt, Capt Wölfle talks about his career and his plans for after retirement. He also discusses a lot of challenges of being a pilot and the disadvantages that comes with being away from home for a long period of time. Soon enough, after leaving the warm sunshine of Los Angeles, it was now time for Capt Wölfle to perform his very last landing at Frankfurt in some not so favorable cold weather. After landing, Capt Wölfle was applauded by his crew and ground staff as he exited the 747 for the very last time. This DVD is very touching and a fantastic journey into the lives of Lufthansa pilots. Highly Recommended 10/10 |::| While these DVD s are in foreign languages, subtitles are provided in English, German and French. It may seem inconvenient having to read subtitles in order to understand what s going on but it really isn t as inconvenient as it may seem. I thought that the editing of these videos was second to none and what made it even more impressive, was the fact that there were camera views from the ground for takeoff and landings. Cameras were also present in the control tower which captured the Air Traffic Controllers as they communicated with the aircraft. The prices of these DVDs are 29.90 Euros and for what you are getting, I would say it is a very fair price. The overall presentation of these DVDs give you the impression that a major filming company spend months filming and editing to create what I think is the most unique and innovation aviation documentary to date. If you have never seen an aviation documentary before, I would definitely recommend PilotsEYE. What I Like About the DVDs Breathtaking scenery Stunning and Creative editing Features very unique destinations and aircrafts HD format. Numerous Cameras give a thrilling and unique perspective to the viewers of what goes on in the cockpit What I Don't Like About the DVDs Nothing.... --avsim.net M. Carter
P**S
Superbly made!
This programme is fantastic value for money. HD quality camera work and superb graphics showing information on the flight's progress such as maps routing etc. Also it was good to have the actual ATC communications loud and clear passing through the airspace of the UK, Ireland, the oceanic control centres of 'Shanwick' & Gander on the long range HF frequencies through to the Canadian and US ATC centres.The footage of the world below is breath taking, the North Atlantic, the snow covered areas of Northern Canada and the mountains of the US, Grand Canyon & Las Vegas and the urban sprawl of Los Angeles. The flight deck footage/camerawork is professionally done and the icing on the cake for the programme being Captain Norbert Wolfle's last flight before retirement and his fellow flight deck crew members made this a programme to enjoy explaining the procedures route etc and his humour.The editing on this programme was second to none the take-off sequence from Frankfurt was excellent in both sound and vision showing both the actual take off in full and Captain Wolfle easing the 'stick' as the 747 became airborne.One minor point is the playing of music in some parts when Captain Wolfle was either talking to the first officer or the camera and the blanking out slightly of the ATC transmissions.I can thoroughly recommend this DVD well worth every penny and the return flight is included too.
D**M
Just what I was hoping and more
I really enjoyed seeing the operation of a Lufthansa Boeing 747-400 in such great detail. I don't speak German fluently but that was irrelevant as the details were well explained and the subtitles easy to follow. The camera angles were great which allowed for following the details of operating the aircraft while maintaining focus on key points and combining external views of the takeoff and landing phases of flight. The fact that this was Captain Wölfle's last flight greatly added overall value as he reflected on his career. The extras offer great views of L.A. and a small view into a special personal day with Captain Wölfle and the crew. This is a must see for those who are fans of aviation in general.
J**D
Good video
Nice overall video. There is a reasonable amount for the aviation enthusiast, but I think there could have been a little more-more detail with some of the procedures covered. There is a small piece showing he crew relaxing during the stay over in LAX which maybe a bit superfluous . . .The subtitles weren't an issue for me, easy to 'read' [subtitles] and 'watch' [video] at the same time.I would consider another DVD in the series.
J**P
Stunning views, a fascinating up close experience.
This is the first time I've been compelled to write a review for anything on amazon.I can't recommend this more. To anyone with or without an interest in modern aviation. The HD picture is stunning, the crews explanations of procedures is engaging and interesting. You will learn a lot about the flying procedures of modern airlines.I was hesitant about buying this because of the price, but it's absolutely worth it - because of the quality of the production and also it's replay value.
S**N
An aspiring pilots review
This dvd is very interesting. It shows you the work a pilot does in his career. It shows what pilots do on long haul flights during the cruise and the tech talk was the most interesting. The LA tour was a nice bonus. One of the most unique thing is the split view between the yoke and outside, it really shows how the jumbo jet handles the inputs. I recommend this dvd to people aspiring to become an airline pilot
T**D
Awesome video. For anyone who is interested in commercial ...
Awesome video. For anyone who is interested in commercial aviation at any level, this is a must see.
J**E
Educational
It's a great video worth the price. If you are a Pilot it's most enjoyable. Great instructions of Navigation, great camara work and Ispirational retirement.
A**R
Five Stars
Very Good!
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