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From the tense drama of a crash investigation to the inspirational tales of heroism amidst tragedy, movies about airplane accidents have long captivated audiences. These films show aviation history, exploring themes of resilience, human error, and the fragility of life.

Here are 10 standout movies that put aviation accidents at the center of their stories:

• United 93 (2006) - 🟢🟢🟢🟢🔴

This gripping docudrama chronicles the events aboard United Airlines Flight 93 on 9/11, one of the planes hijacked during the terrorist attacks. With an unflinching lens, it portrays the harrowing final moments as passengers fought back against the hijackers.

• Sully (2016) - 🟢🟢🟢🔴🔴

Story about the legendary captain. Tom Hanks stars as Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger in this biopic about the "Miracle on the Hudson." It dramatizes the 2009 incident when Sully safely landed a disabled jet on the Hudson River, saving all 155 people on board.

• Alive (1993) - 🟢🟢🟢🟢🔴

Based on the true story of Uruguayan Air Force Flight 571, this gripping survival thriller follows a Uruguayan rugby team whose plane crashes in the Andes. Their quest to stay alive in the freezing wilderness makes for unforgettable viewing.

• Fearless (1993) - 🟢🟢🟢🔴🔴

After a horrific plane crash, a survivor portrayed by Jeff Bridges develops a strange empowerment and enlightenment about the fragility of life. This powerful drama explores post-traumatic stress and finding meaning in tragedy.

• Castaway (2000) - 🟢🟢🟢🟢🔴

While not solely focused on the plane crash that sets events in motion, this modern classic starring Tom Hanks vividly depicts his character's violent jet crash and subsequent struggle for survival alone on a remote island.

• Flight (2012) - 🟢🟢🟢🟢🔴

My favorite movie. Denzel Washington gives an Oscar-nominated performance as an airline pilot dealing with substance abuse issues that may have contributed to an atmospheric stall and catastrophic crash sequence.

• The Aviator (2004) - 🟢🟢🟢🔴🔴

My second favorite movie. In this Martin Scorsese biopic about Howard Hughes, a scene shows Hughes' near-obsession with plane safety following a horrific crash that nearly took his life in 1946.

• Airplane! (1980) - 🟢🟢🟢🟢🟢

This classic parody film satirizes the entire disaster movie genre, including an iconic inflated autopilot scene and crashed plane finale. Its irreverent humor provides a nice counterbalance to the serious crash dramas.

• Air Force One (1997) - 🟢🟢🟢🔴🔴

After villainous terrorists seize control of Air Force One, the President (Harrison Ford) must fight to regain command and safely land the damaged presidential jet. It's packed with tense, high-flying action.

• The Flight That Fought Back (2005) - 🟢🟢🔴🔴🔴

This TV docudrama portrays the incredible acts of heroism aboard United Flight 93, as passengers joined forces and attempted to regain control of their hijacked jet on 9/11.

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From gripping fact-based accounts to fictional thrillers, each of these movies offers a unique perspective on the immense challenges, bravery and sometimes heartbreaking loss surrounding airplane crashes and accidents. They're a must-see for any aviation buff or movie fan drawn to tales of extraordinary circumstances.

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