Film Number |
6584 |
Title |
FINE TIMING |
Producer |
World Wide Pictures |
Date |
*1981 |
Gauge |
16mm |
Colour |
colour |
Sound |
sound |
Running Time |
27 mins 08 secs |
Description |
A documentary film which follows the 16 month project undertaken by Wimpey Asphalt to resurface the runway of Manchester Airport in stages at night between 11pm and 7am, enabling flight services to operate during the day. A brief introduction to the airport's history is followed by detailed scenes from a typical 8-hour shift, as Wimpey site engineers co-ordinate the laying of new asphalt onto the runway. Ends with their handing the runway back to air-traffic controllers in the morning. |
|
|
|
|
Press the Back button in your browser to return to search results. To access material in the collection, note the film number(s) and make your enquiry by clicking here
Key
This title can be seen by visiting the NWFA Viewing Pods at Archives+, Manchester Central Library.
This title is available to watch online using the BFI Player (external site). Click on the BFI Player icon (if present) to see the film.
Film & Video Catalogue: Item Detail