The Flying Fleet (1929)

A tapestry of ambition, brotherhood, and rivalry unfolds in "The Flying Fleet" (1929). The narrative charts the journey of six inseparable naval midshipmen - Tommy, Steve, Dizzy, Kewpie, Specs, and Tex - whose unity is as deep as the ocean they navigate. Graduation from the prestigious Annapolis Naval Academy evokes a bittersweet symphony of emotions, the sour notes springing from the looming specter of separation. Each harbors the aspiration of soaring the skies as naval pilots, their brotherhood stretching into the blue yonder as a unified squadron. Charting their course towards San Diego, most of the group find themselves ensnared in the thrilling web of aviation selection. The intensity escalates when they advance to the grueling aviation training in Pensacola. As they leap through the fiery hoops of adversity, the group starts to dwindle; some are eliminated, others crash, and the dreams of becoming "Sea Hawks" are challenged. Those who survive this crucible of determination rise as lieutenants, returning to San Diego with the honor of piloting a flight to Honolulu, their friends in tow aboard the majestic aircraft carrier, Langley. Amidst the swirl of professional rivalry, a complex love triangle materializes. Tommy and Steve, two of the triumphant lieutenants, find themselves captivated by the enchanting Anita Hastings. Initially, their pursuit of her affection mirrors their playful competitiveness. However, as the stakes heighten and hearts become more invested, the strain threatens to fracture their brotherhood. As the love triangle intersects with their professional lives, the question lingers: could this tension lead to a catastrophic fallout in the sky, where trust is a matter of life or death? "The Flying Fleet" is a soaring tale of camaraderie and competition, where the turbulence of the heart can be as perilous as the trials of the sky.

The Flying Fleet is an adventure movie featuring Ramon Novarro and directed by George W. Hill.

The Flying Fleet is currently streaming on DIRECTV.