autoevolution
 

Tom Cruise Lands by Helicopter in Couple’s Garden, Invites Them on a Ride

Tom Cruise smiles for fan photo after landing by helicopter in couple's backyard 15 photos
Photo: Alison Webb for BBC
Tom Cruise jumps off a cliff on a bike that's not a BMW, most likely a HondaTom Cruise jumps off a cliff on a bike that's not a BMW, most likely a HondaTom Cruise jumps off a cliff on a bike that's not a BMW, most likely a HondaTom Cruise jumps off a cliff on a bike that's not a BMW, most likely a HondaIf it can be driven, ridden or jumped out of, Tom Cruise is here for itIf it can be driven, ridden or jumped out of, Tom Cruise is here for itIf it can be driven, ridden or jumped out of, Tom Cruise is here for itIf it can be driven, ridden or jumped out of, Tom Cruise is here for itIf it can be driven, ridden or jumped out of, Tom Cruise is here for itIf it can be driven, ridden or jumped out of, Tom Cruise is here for itIf it can be driven, ridden or jumped out of, Tom Cruise is here for itIf it can be driven, ridden or jumped out of, Tom Cruise is here for itIf it can be driven, ridden or jumped out of, Tom Cruise is here for itIf it can be driven, ridden or jumped out of, Tom Cruise is here for it
Imagine the moment when you’re asked for permission for some VIP to land in your back garden and that VIP turns out to be Tom Cruise. Imagine that, once landed, Cruise asks you to go for a ride in his chopper while he goes about his business.
That would be the day for many Tom Cruise fans, and it turned out to be reality for a couple living in Baginton, Warwickshire, in England. Alison Webb tells the BBC that she and the fam were contacted for permission to land a helicopter on their property. The bird was flying an unnamed VIP and they couldn’t land at Coventry airport because it was shut down. The VIP was running late, Webb was told.

She thought it would be nice for her two kids to see a helicopter up close – and in their backyard, no less – so she said yes. Little did she imagine Tom Cruise would come walking out of the bird once it touched down.

“He went straight over to the children for a chat, then came over and elbow bumped us and said thank you very much,” Webb says. “Then he said if the kids would like they could go up in the helicopter.”

She and the husband agreed, and the kids got to go for a helicopter ride with a pilot, while the actor attended the meeting he was running late for. Cruise also posed for pictures with the couple, which are available at the BBC link above.

Tom Cruise has been shooting for the upcoming Mission: Impossible installment for what feels like forever, with production halted numerous times due to the ongoing health crisis.

Since production has been in the UK, such sightings have become common. Cruise is moving around between sets in his personal helicopter, which he sometimes pilots himself. He’s also been taking photos and speaking to fans whenever he’s approached but admittedly, this is the first time he pulled a real-life Ethan Hunt stunt and landed in someone’s backyard.
If you liked the article, please follow us:  Google News icon Google News Youtube Instagram

Editor's note: The gallery shows Tom Cruise's most daring stunts, BASE jumping on a motorcycle and a HALO jump.

About the author: Elena Gorgan
Elena Gorgan profile photo

Elena has been writing for a living since 2006 and, as a journalist, she has put her double major in English and Spanish to good use. She covers automotive and mobility topics like cars and bicycles, and she always knows the shows worth watching on Netflix and friends.
Full profile

 

Would you like AUTOEVOLUTION to send you notifications?

You will only receive our top stories