The Aviatrix (2015)

Two women... one dream - to fly the length of Africa in an open cockpit

The Aviatrix (2015) poster

In 1928, Lady Heath became the first person to fly solo from Cape Town to London. Eighty-five years later, Tracey Curtis-Taylor set out in a vintage biplane to fly that adventure again. Following Tracey as she retraces the journey, The Aviatrix is more than just a film about the rapture of flying – it’s a story about living life on your own terms and having the courage and determination to realise your greatest dreams.

Director: Annette Porter
Genre: Adventure, Documentary
Runtime: 60 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Production: Nylon Films
Country: Sudan, South Africa, United Kingdom, Uganda, Egypt, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Kenya, Botswana
Language: English
Original Language: en

Themes

Safari Expedition and Wild Beasts, On the Trail of Safari and Wildlife, Safari and Chasing Wildlife, Paragliding and Sky Soaring Adrenaline

Keywords

africa, flight, travel, woman director

Trailer

The Aviatrix Trailer
More Films by Director: Annette Porter
More Films in Genre: Adventure, Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Aviatrix about?
In 1928, Lady Heath became the first person to fly solo from Cape Town to London. Eighty-five years later, Tracey Curtis-Taylor set out in a vintage biplane to fly that adventure again. Following Tracey as she retraces the journey, The Aviatrix is more than just a film about the rapture of flying – it’s a story about living life on your own terms and having the courage and determination to realise your greatest dreams.
Who directed The Aviatrix?
The Aviatrix was directed by Annette Porter.
Who stars in The Aviatrix?
The Aviatrix stars Kate Silverton, Tracey Curtis-Taylor, James Bevan.
How long is The Aviatrix?
The Aviatrix has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).
What genre is The Aviatrix?
The Aviatrix is a Adventure, Documentary film.
Where was The Aviatrix produced?
The Aviatrix was produced in Sudan, South Africa, United Kingdom, Uganda, Egypt, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Kenya, Botswana.
What are the themes of The Aviatrix?
The themes of The Aviatrix include: Safari Expedition and Wild Beasts, On the Trail of Safari and Wildlife, Safari and Chasing Wildlife, Paragliding and Sky Soaring Adrenaline.