I remember watching the BBC TV series "Wings" about 20 years ago. I was quite disappointed in it because the planes seemed almost incidental to the (rather weak) plot even though they were supposed to be a key element in the story. If I remember correctly the Be2's had fast-revving, modern-sounding engines and there were no rotary engined planes to be seen. And the underlying theme of class distinction grated with this egalitarian Kiwi boy. Why is it that UK war movies always seem to emphasize conflict betwen the characters themselves, instead of portraying a unified approach by the characters in their conflict with the enemy? That seems to be a uniquely English thing.
