In 1930 South America, a small group of French pilots struggle to prove they can offer a reliable airmail service over the Andes. When one of the young pilots crashes on such a flight, he has to try and get back to civilization on foot. Back home, his wife and colleagues start to fear the worst.

Henri Guillaumet

Noëlle Guillaumet

Antoine de Saint-Exupery

Pierre Deley

Jean Mermoz

Jean's Dance Partner (uncredited)

Henri Guillaumet

Noëlle Guillaumet

Antoine de Saint-Exupery

Pierre Deley

Jean Mermoz

Jean's Dance Partner (uncredited)