Fire Birds (1990)
Release Year: 1990
Nation: United States of America
Alternative Title: Wings of the Apache, Airborne, Air Borne - Flügel aus Stahl
Director: David Green
Writer: Dale Dye, John K. Swensson, Nick Thiel, Paul F. Edwards, Step Tyner
Production & Genre
Producer(s):
Companies: Nova International Films, Touchstone Pictures
Genre: Action, Action Film, Adventure
Awards & Similar
Awards: N/A
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Story
The U.S. Government forms a joint task force with the Drug Enforcement Administration and the U.S. Army to dismantle a large drug cartel operating in South America. The cartel leader, Eric Stoller, pilots a Scorpion attack helicopter, making it difficult for the army to assault their mountainous compound. After losing several aircraft, including Black Hawks and Cobra escorts, the army decides to employ the new AH-64 Apache attack helicopter to match the enemy's maneuverability and firepower.
Summary
Fire Birds (1990) is an action film directed by David Green. The story revolves around a joint operation between the U.S. Army and DEA against a powerful drug cartel in South America. The film highlights the use of military aircraft, particularly helicopters, in combat missions. It emphasizes the challenges faced by the army due to the superior air-combat skills of the enemy leader, Eric Stoller.
