Talk:Deadly Encounter

Deadly Encounter (1982)

Deadly Encounter is a 1982 TV film starring Larry Hagman as helicopter pilot Sam who gets embroiled in a conflict involving his former girlfriend Chris (Susan Anspach), who stole several million dollars from a ruthless drug dealer named Zervasco (Michael C. Gwynne). Known primarily for its multiple stunts involving helicopters and biplanes.

The following weapons were used in the film Deadly Encounter:

M1911A1

The blonde-haired leader who rides in the helicopter used by Zervasco's henchmen uses an M1911 pistol throughout the film. He uses it in several chase sequences.

Colt M1911A1 Pistol Commercial - .45 ACP

Side view of the gunman's M1911 during the climactic dogfight.

M16A1

The gunman who rides in Zervasco's Gazelle helicopter carries an M16. He uses it to fire at Sam and Chris on the ground.

M16A1 with 20 round magazine - 5.56x45mm. What distinguishes it from the original M16 was the addition of a raised rib around the magazine release button, changing of the forward Receiver pins, and the addition of the forward assist button on the upper receiver.

Zervasco's henchman fires his M16 at Frank's (James Gammon) biplane.