Dusty Crophopper is a small cropdusting plane who dreams of becoming a racer and competing in the prestigious Wings Across the Globe race. However, he faces a major obstacle - his fear of heights. Despite this, with the encouragement and guidance of his mentor Skipper Riley, a military veteran plane, Dusty decides to pursue his dream and enters the race.
Along the way, Dusty meets a colorful group of characters including El Chupacabra, a passionate and charming Mexican racer, Rochelle, a spirited French-Canadian racer, and a tough-talking aircraft mechanic named Dottie. As they travel across the world to various exotic destinations, Dusty grapples with his fear of heights and learns valuable lessons about friendship, teamwork, and perseverance.
Facing stiff competition from seasoned racers, including the arrogant defending champion Ripslinger, Dusty must push himself to the limit and prove worthy of his place in the race. With high-flying action, stunning aerial race sequences, and a heartwarming story about overcoming fears and chasing your dreams, Planes is a thrilling and entertaining animated adventure for all ages.