Category Archives: Thunderbirds

Given that for most of the time IR launch their craft to go and rescue people, people who are in an emergency situation, where every second counts, why do the launches of the Thunderbird craft have to be so slow … Continue reading →

Everyone loves Scott Tracy, but isn’t Virgil the real hero? He does all the difficult bits of the rescues. Why does Jeff tolerate his smoking in the house? Shouldn’t his nickname be Gus, not Virge? Is he a good pianist, … Continue reading →

Given the billions of people in the world, aren’t there always people in peril? How does International Rescue manage with such a small crew? Shouldn’t they be on permanent standby? How do they decide which people to rescue and which … Continue reading →