Question 1

Why did Howard Hawks fly as a German pilot in the battle scenes?

Accepted Answer

Director Howard Hawks, who was a pilot in the US Army during WWI, flew in the battle scenes as a German pilot.

Question 2

Which Oscar did The Dawn Patrol win?

Accepted Answer

The film won the Academy Award for Best Writing, Original Story.

Question 3

What does the phrase 'going west' mean in the film?

Accepted Answer

'Going west' was a euphemism for someone going to their death, referring to the sun setting in the west.

Question 4

Why was the film retitled 'Flight Commander' for TV?

Accepted Answer

The title was changed to 'Flight Commander' to avoid confusion with the 1938 remake 'The Dawn Patrol'.

Question 5

Who plays the lead role of Dick Courtney?

Accepted Answer

Richard Barthelmess plays Dick Courtney.

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