When others fly out, heroes fly in.|Jul. 17, 2014|United States|83 Min.|PG
Genre: Adventure;Animation;Comedy;Family
Description: After winning the Wings Around the Globe race, Dusty Crophopper enjoys a thriving career as a professional racer. However, his success is threatened when his engine’s gearbox is damaged due to consistently pushing it beyond its intended limits. With the specific gearbox model no longer in production and unavailable anywhere, Dusty’s mechanic, Dottie, installs a warning light on his control panel to prevent further damage.
Unable to continue racing and facing the prospect of returning to his former job as a crop-duster, Dusty takes a defiant flight to test his limits. During this reckless act, he causes an accidental fire at Propwash Junction airport. Although the residents manage to extinguish the fire, government inspector Ryker condemns the airport for lacking adequate firefighting resources. Overcome with guilt, Dusty decides to train as a certified firefighter to help the airport meet safety regulations and reopen.
Dusty travels to Piston Peak National Park, where he joins Blade Ranger, a stern helicopter who leads a skilled fire and rescue team. Initially unimpressed by Dusty, Blade puts the newcomer through a rigorous training program. Meanwhile, Maru, the team’s mechanic, equips Dusty with pontoons and retractable wheels to transform him into a single-engine air tanker firefighter.
During his training, Dusty learns that Blade is a former actor who starred in the TV series *CHoPs*. Despite the challenges, Dusty remains determined. However, his resolve is tested when he receives devastating news from Propwash Junction: all efforts to replace his gearbox have failed, officially ending his racing career.
Focused and resilient, Dusty commits himself to becoming a valuable member of Blade’s firefighting team, proving his worth in a new role.
Cast director: Roberts Gannaway
Cast actor: Ed Harris, Dane Cook, Julie Bowen, Curtis Armstrong, John Michael Higgins, Hal Holbrook, Teri Hatcher, Brad Garrett, Wes Studi, Stacy Keach
Original name: Planes: Fire & Rescue