Lost Flight

A group of black scientists and engineers crash-land their experimental aircraft in an uncharted, prehistoric jungle. Stranded and facing unknown dangers, they must use their intellect and ingenuity to survive against hostile creatures and the elements. Their only hope is to repair their plane and escape the perilous lost world before it consumes them.

Lost Flight was a made-for-television movie that aired as part of "The ABC Friday Night Movie" during a period when such films were often judged by their entertainment value and ability to fill a time slot rather than critical acclaim. It is generally remembered as a competently made, albeit somewhat dated, adventure film that tapped into the era's interest in science fiction and survival themes.

• Praised for its adventurous premise and use of an all-black cast in leading roles.
• Noted for its suspenseful survival elements and depiction of a prehistoric environment.
• Viewed as a typical, somewhat formulaic TV movie of its era.

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The film is notable for featuring an all-black main cast in a science fiction/adventure role, which was relatively uncommon for television movies of the era.