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Land and Live in the Desert

Documentary short film depicting the correct methods of surviving the crash landing of a military aircraft in the desert. Methods of conserving water, providing shelter, and signaling for help are depicted.

Top Cast

  • John Beal

    John Beal

    Sam - Skipper

  • Wally Cassell

    Wally Cassell

    Bob

  • Robert Foulk

    Robert Foulk

    Joe

  • Van Heflin

    Van Heflin

    Narrator (voice)

  • William T. Orr

    William T. Orr

    Phil

  • Craig Stevens

    Craig Stevens

    Gil

Overview

Documentary short film depicting the correct methods of surviving the crash landing of a military aircraft in the desert. Methods of conserving water, providing shelter, and signaling for help are depicted.

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