CinemaOSMovie · 1956 · 0h 8m

Ski-Flying

55%(2)IMDbDocumentary

Hans Thirring, a theoretical physicist at the University of Vienna, is skiing down a mountain slope wearing cape-like attire. The cape, designed by Thirring and called the Thirring mantel, is made of parachute silk and acts somewhat like a parachute to provide its wearer reduced speed while shushing down the slopes. But it also provides lift so that the skier is lighter on his skis, almost weightless. This "flight" somewhat mimics the experience felt by those participating in the relatively new sport of ski-flying (also known as ski jumping), which must have exacting conditions (i.e. little wind, hard packed snow) to ensure safety. Even in ideal conditions, ski-flying is a dangerous sport, especially if the landing is not executed properly.

Directed byHeinz Scheiderbauer

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Status
Released
Runtime
0h 8m
Language
EN
Released
February 17, 1956
Studios
RKO Radio Pictures

Featuring

Cast & crew

2 credited
Starring

André Baruch

Narrator (voice)

Hans Thirring

Himself

Creative team
Directed by
Heinz Scheiderbauer
Produced by
Earle Luby

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