Warbird Workshop
Warbird Workshop has returned for a second series for the UKTV channel, Yesterday. Following a group of engineers and aviators as they endeavour to restore some of the most historic warplanes ever to grace our skies.
Produced by Air TV, the first episode of the new series features a WWII Hawker Hurricane. Modified into the world’s only two-seater version of the aircraft. After months of painstaking restoration work, the experienced warbird pilot Anna Walker, flew over the countryside around Biggin Hill with its first passenger. We followed in our AS355 helicopter, equipped with our GSS camera system, capturing the magnificent machine’s return to the skies.
We then had the privilege of filming Guy Martin training and flying this wonderful machine for his new two-part series, Guy Martin's Battle of Britain. The show would see Guy undergo similar training to RAF pilots before the Battle of Britain.
The Hawker Hurricane is now available for you to experience for yourself down at Biggin Hill. With flight times ranging from 30 to 75 minutes, you can feel the raw power of a historic WWII fighter plane and even take the controls! (if the pilot allows it). You can read more about this on their website.
The fourth episode features the restoration of a 1930’s Morane-Saulnier MS.315. However, it ran out of fuel resulting in an emergency landing on a pebble beach. The plane was taken to a wartime bomber base in Lincolnshire and after the restoration was completed, we were there to film its first 40 minutes test flight.
You can watch the first and second series on the UKTV website.
Guy Martin: Battle of Britain
Originally known for his successful motorcycle racing career, Guy Martin has also become a talented television presenter. Before he retired from professional racing, he was already involved in several documentaries revolving around the world of engineering, racing and aviation.
The 39-year-old from Grimsby was named after Guy Gibson, a distinguished RAF bomber pilot who became the first Commanding Officer of No. 617 Squadron. This squadron led the famous “Dam Busters” raid during WWII, so it is no surprise that he already has a couple of documentaries involving military aircraft. Those being Guy Martin’s Spitfire and Guy Martin: Last Flight of the Vulcan Bomber.
Despite the chaos going on in the world last year, he managed to put together a new ambitious project: Guy Martin’s Battle of Britain. The programme was to see Guy learn to fly a WWII Hurricane against a pursuing enemy aircraft.
Documentaries like this simply cannot be made without aerial filming. Over the years we have become renowned for capturing military aircraft in flight. Our first project filming historical warbirds was the Hollywood blockbuster Dunkirk. Since then, we have worked on some other huge projects such as Spitfire: The Feature Documentary and its upcoming sequel, Lancaster. We have also filmed several episodes of Warbird Workshop and the departure of the Silver Spitfire out of Goodwood, as it started its flight around the world.
Working with warbirds is something we absolutely love doing. So, when we were approached to provide the aerial filming for this project, we jumped at the chance. Capable of a higher top speed, our H125 helicopter would provide the platform for our GSS C516 gyro-stabilised system and Sony P1 camera with a Fujinon 42x lens. This full HD and lightweight setup would be controlled by our expert camera operator Mike Parker.
Flying out of the very familiar Biggin Hill, we would be following and filming two aircraft. The role of the enemy aircraft would be filled by a Buchon ME109 that is carefully and diligently maintained by The Aircraft Restoration Company. It would be flown by its owner, John Romain. Guy Martin would have the chance to fly in the only two-seat Hurricane in the world. The 1942 Hawker Hurricane IIB would be flown by the hugely experienced and talented pilot, Anna Walker. The aircraft is owned and operated by The Heritage Flight at Biggin Hill.
With perfect weather over the former RAF WWII airbase, we took to the air and started filming the Hurricane as it started its engine and taxied to the runway. Once in position and ready to go, Anna throttled-up and the Hurricane tore off down the tarmac. Alongside in the H125, pilot Will Banks put the nose down and accelerated to keep up with the classic warbird. Running perfectly next to the Hurricane, its wheels gently lifted off the ground before it accelerated beyond our top speed.
Once all the aircraft systems checked out, Will rendezvoused with the Hurricane and we began filming the close ups. Flying in close formation at 2,000 ft over Sevenoaks, Kent, we filmed shots of the Hurricane performing various manoeuvres and captured Guy Martin trying his hands at the controls.
As we entered the evening golden hour, Anna and Guy were joined by John in the “enemy” Buchon ME109. Trailing behind the Hurricane, John would now ‘engage’, and Guy would try to lose the Buchon from his tail. The two warbirds accelerated off into the distance as Guy tried to evade and escape the pursuing enemy. They began a dance in the sky, gaining altitude before diving below us, all while Will and Mike filmed from a distance, keeping them both in frame.
When the chase was over and we had completed the shot list, Will followed Guy back to Biggin Hill. With the sun going down, we took advantage of the brilliant light to capture the Hurricane in the warm evening glow. Will then be positioned low at the far end of the runway to capture the Hurricane gracefully touching down to finish off a successful shoot.
Bear Grylls: Skydive with a Twist
Bear Grylls has been entertaining us with his survival challenges and hair-raising stunts for over 15 years. In that time, he has produced a wide range of adventure programmes where he pits himself, and often celebrities, against the elements.
Those celebrities are often challenged to perform the very same stunts Bear is known for, and a lot of those have involved the use of a helicopter. Our unique skills and experience at providing helicopter stunts have led to us to have become a regular appearance over the years. These include rappelling Michael B Jordon into the sea and rescuing a sheep out of a quarry with Rob Brydon.
In September he came to us with something new, he wanted to skydive out of one of our helicopters at 10,000 ft. In true Bear Grylls fashion, this wasn’t going to be enough, to add an extra level of jeopardy to the challenge, he wanted to climb down out of the helicopter and hang from the skids. He planned to not do this alone; his son Jesse would be joining him in the stunt.
For most people this would but enough, but not for Bear. Hanging off the bottom of a helicopter 10,000 ft in the air simply would not be dangerous enough for the British adventurer. So, in preparation for the jump, he challenged Jesse to pack his parachute for him. Blindfolded! Packing someone else’s chute is a massive responsibility and to do so blindfolded, well, that’s just Bear Grylls for you.
After Jesse had packed Bear’s parachute, they joined Will Banks at our H125 (G-TVGB) and got ready to lift. They began the climb up to 10,000 ft where Will brought the helicopter to a hover ready for the skydive.
Capable of a maximum altitude of 23,000 ft (7,010 m), the H125 has no trouble getting to this altitude. However, in 2005, it broke the world record for the highest altitude landing and take-off at 29,029 ft (8,848 m) on Mount Everest.
Sliding open the door, Bear climbed down out of the helicopter while Will kept the aircraft steady, and then lowered himself further to hang off the skid. He was shortly followed by Jesse before they both let go and hurtled towards the ground.
A minute of freefall later and Bear’s parachute opened without a hitch, as did Jesse’s. But Bear’s challenge wasn’t over just yet. There had to be a winner in this stunt, and that would be whoever landed closer to a target in a nearby field. Landing much closer to the target, Jesse was the clear winner, leading Bear to cheat by running to the marker with his parachute still deployed.
Performing this skydive stunt required us to be granted special permission from the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). As with all our stunt work, we always ensure we have the appropriate permissions from the CAA before the project begins.
The Spitfire - The BC Article
We recently discovered a fantastic article “Reach for the Sky” written in The Bristish Cinematographer Magazine. Regarding John Dibbs and the making of the Spitfire feature.
Spitfire is a feature film documentary of the history of the spitfire and the people who have flown the machine over its lifetime. We were honoured to be part of such an exciting project. Seeing our work on the big screens as well as working alongside the beautiful aircraft.
The air-to-air scenes were captured on our GSS C516 with the Red Epic Dragon and 50-1000 Canon lens.
To read the full article in The British Cinematographer click here.
If you would like to request any further information on the aerial camera system or aerial filming please do not hesitate to contact our operations team on ops@gbconcierge.co.uk or call 0800 030 4105.
Ambulance Series 4
We are delighted to reveal another
exciting aerial filming project that we have had the pleasure on working on
with Dragonfly Film and TV Productions, for documentary series Ambulance Series 4.
Ambulance is a BAFTA Award-winning
British documentary series that follows the Ambulance Services. Series 4 takes a detailed look at day-to-day emergency
responses paramedics attend in the North West as well as a revealing insight
from highly pressurised control rooms to the crews on the street.
WHAT ROLE DID GB HELICOPTERS PLAY IN THE MAKING?
Our operational task
throughout the series was to provide aerial overviews as well as tracking
emergency response vehicles on major incidents throughout the North West, with
the main content captured around the Manchester area.
Combined with one of
our ultra high definition camera systems we were able to fly in convoy with a
number of vehicles and aircraft to achieve the shots required by production. Holding
a long-term low-level flying permission that allows us to achieve these dynamic
aerial footage sequences in Ultra High Definition.
WHAT CAMERA SYSTEM AND AIRCRAFT WAS USED?
All aerial filming was captured on the state-of-the-art GSS C516 nose mounted camera system, which was configured with our Red Epic Dragon, and 30-300 Canon lens. The 30-300 lens was recommended by our aerial cinematographer for the shoot due to the variety of shots production were looking to achieve; including night time scenes.
All filming supplied by ourselves was conducted on an AS355 twin-engine aircraft, which has the correct safety performance and parameters that allow us to fly around the city centre and over built up areas.
Shooting for the series took place back in August 2018 and the series is currently being aired on BBC One.
If you would like to request further information, please do not hesitate to contact our operations team on ops@gbconcierge.co.uk or call 0800 030 4105.
The Hunted Series 4
The hunted is a reality TV series produced by Shine TV where you will see ten ordinary members of the public go on the run, trying to completely drop off the grid for up to 25 days in the chance of winning a cash prize. They will have limited financial resources and must do whatever they can to maintain a low profile against the hunters who will be using every trick in the book to track, find and catch them.
Our task throughout the series was to provide multiple aircraft for the air-to-air footage and aerial views. Using one of our AS355 twin squirrel helicopters we were able to help the hunters as one of their many ways used to track and follow the contestants.
Series 4 aired on 10th January 2019 staring with an audacious speedboat chase through Liverpool docks, as the series progresses you will see exciting vehicle and foot chases while they are on the run.
What Camera system was used?
All the aerial footage was captured with the GSS C516 and Red Epic Dragon camera. This system is renowned for its unprecedented UHD quality when supported with the 50-1000mm Cine lens. The nose mounted camera system was rigged to one of our AS355 twin squirrel aircraft.
Where there any permissions involved?
At GB Helicopters we hold a low-level flying permission which allows us to track and vehicles and people closely achieving the shots required by production teams. As we were flying over Liverpool we liaised with Liverpool air traffic control as we were in their zone.
How do I find out if any permissions are needed for my production?
We understand that each production is completely unique. To discuss what tasks are achievable or simply if you would like any more information on helicopter aerial filming or the camera systems available for TV and Film, please do not hesitate to contact our operations team on ops@gbconcierge.co.uk or calling 0800 030 4105
999 Rescue Squad Series 2
999 Rescue Squad Series 2
We are delighted to reveal another exciting aerial filming project that we have had the pleasure on working on with Air Television, the Yorkshire Air Ambulance and Ambulance Services.
999 Rescue Squad series 1 and 2 – Is a landmark UKTV original documentary series, where Air Television go behind-the-scenes of HART, The Yorkshire Ambulance Service’s ‘Hazardous Area Response Team”. One of the 15 specialist medical units set up after 7/7 London bombings. Providing unprecedented access, viewers can witness first hand the camaraderie and courage of the men and women who risk their lives to save ours.
What role did GB Helicopters play in the making?
Our operational task throughout the series was to provide air-to-air footage, aerial overviews as well as tracking emergency response vehicles on major incidents.
Holding a long-term low-level flying permission that allows us to achieve dynamic aerial footage in Ultra High Definition throughout the UK. Combined with one of our ultra high definition camera systems we were able to fly in convoy with a number of vehicles and aircraft to achieve the shots required by production.
What camera system and aircraft was used?
All aerial filming was captured on the state-of-the-art GSS C516 nose mounted camera system, which was configured with our Red Epic Dragon, and 50-1000 Canon lens. The system was rigged to one of our AS355 twin-engine aircraft.
When is the series Airing?
Shooting for the series took place back in October 2018 and the series is currently being aired on Channel W.
Every Tuesday, between the 8th January to the 12th March 2019, at 22:00.
If you would like to request any further information on the aerial camera systems available, or aerial filming availability and bookings please do not hesitate to contact our operations team on ops@gbconcierge.co.uk or call 0800 030 4105.
Electricity North West Power Line Inspections
If you’ve noticed more helicopter activity at low level throughout the North West of England in recent months it could be due to our latest power line contract. Energy giants Electricity North West awarded the contract to us to commence work on the 26th July.
Electricity North West invested in this scheme, which, will allow us to inspect 1,169 miles of pylons and power lines to identify any necessary work before it impacts power supplies to their customers.
“Our vast overhead network which includes 1,169 miles of pylon power lines is often located in rural areas and is impacted by severe weather with wind and rain so this method of checking from the air is a great way of keeping the network in good condition.” Ian Fenton from Electricity North West
Why are power line inspections conducted by air?
Power line inspections via helicopter are a preferred method as the team can swiftly observe each asset on a tower quickly and from a safe working distance. This not only reduces the risks associated with traditional methods via foot patrol but also provides fast reactions to any major faults or anomalies found.
In turn this helps reduce the impact to homes, offices and buildings in those areas, complaints and costs associated. Helicopters are also far safer as the equipment allows lines and towers to be assessed from a safe distance.
In this case the inspections will be carried out by our twin-engine AS355s fitted with our SWE Quad Sensor.
In total it is expected we will survey around 4,000 towers for Electricity North West over the course of the year.
How are surveys conducted?
Our company uses a combination of equipment, this includes a state of the art aerial camera system and bespoke software.
The camera system contains four sensors which can be monitored and controlled from within the aircraft. This includes High Definition Video, still photography, UV corona and Thermal imaging.
Crew onboard can quickly spot anomalies through these four sensors and well as input data directly into our bespoke software. Images of the infrastructural assets along the power lines, towers and substations are taken to document findings by our aerial linesmen.
Once grounded the linesmen will check the images against the annotations from our software and formulate the results for ENW staff, ranking any faults on an agreed system scale.
Why do you conduct the surveys in this way?
Safety is our primary objective when completing these tasks, which is why we have invested in the best equipment to date. Hosting an array of high specification equipment that is unparalleled within the UK and teamed with our young, robust helicopter fleet, we can support projects with superior performance on task.
If you require any more information on our power line surveys or any of the other utility works contact our ops team on 0800 030 4105 or ops@gbconcierge.co.uk
Paint schemes for productions
As a large sector of our business, we often get aerial filming requests from production companies but occasionally we are contacted to solely be a picture ship (to be used as props for various productions from TV through to feature film).
On a recent project we were contacted by a local production company who were creating an advert in line with the World Cup, they were specifically looking for a high-spec AW109 but with an unusual request… it had to be green! As many of you may already be aware green helicopters are few and far between, especially when specific aircraft types are requested too.
The production company had asked if there would be a chance of wrapping the aircraft or even temporary painting! Luckily we had the perfect painting contact that we have previously worked with on Transformers 5 (when one of our As355’s was painted matte black and had prop machine guns attached) and we were extremely happy with the finish and professionalism.
The paint used is a specialist aircraft paint that is waterproof but easy to remove without damaging the normal paint scheme. This allows us to customise any of our fleet to a client’s request or for specialised shoots. Other helicopter wraps and colour transformations include Transformers 5, the Nike Magista launch and Worldeez toy launch.
After a quick call around checking availability and calculations, our operations team were able to get back to the clients request. Contracts were signed and artwork visuals supplied and the painting commenced transforming our AW109SP into a green machine ready for the shoot.
The painting took one day to mark up and a day to paint and the results were amazing! We had also contacted our regular vinyl wrapping company to supply the branded aspects of the design, which were applied when the paint had dried.
Once complete we were ready to go..
If you are a production company looking for a specific aircraft colour or graphics to be added to the helicopter please contact our operations team for more information on ops@gbconcierge.co.uk or 0800 030 4105
Throw back to our first helicopter abseil
Helicopter rappelling has usually been left to the military and armed forces with specialist training and experience. When we were approached by producers of the “Running Wild" TV series back in 2015 to fly Bear Grylls and celebrity guest Michael B Jordan, before they abseiled out of the helicopter. We were excited to be part of the action and aimed to push operator boundaries to achieve our clients wishes.
The helicopter abseil granted by the CAA was the first permission to be given for this kind of stunt within the UK whilst operating under an AOC.
While the cold, windy weather could not have been more perfect for the series producers. The weather added to the tasks already stringently laid down performance requirements. Having proven the ability to hover on just one functioning engine in the event of a failure of either engine, the CAA granted approval.
The abseil could not have gone any smoother. We were delighted to be a part of the chaos as both Bear and Michael rappelled down the wire. As they both dropped into the murky sea they were greeted with roaring waves crashing over them. The pair started their 24 hour adventure in style; Running Wild with Bear Grylls Season 2, Episode 7.
Since then, we are proud to have completed an array of helicopter stunts and aerial filming sequences across the TV sector. This has included a high volume of helicopter abseils, people jumping from the helicopter and people being flown on a longline underneath the aircraft with an additional filming aircraft capturing the action. The most notable stunt was for Harry Styles debut music video “Sign of the Times” which won Brit Award “British Artist Video of the Year 2018”.
If you are thinking of performing a helicopter stunt for your latest production, contact our operations team. They will be happy to discuss your requirements and options to make dynamic aerial sequences. At GB Helicopters we always maintain the highest level of safety on task.
For more information on helicopter abseils and aerial stunt work for TV and Film or contact our operations team on ops@gbconcierge.co.uk or call 0800 030 4105.
Working with United Utilities Waste Water Services
Working with United Utilities Waste Water Services
Helicopters are usually associated with a luxury lifestyle, full of high net-worth individuals and celebrities alike and for us in the industry, to be part of a glamorous business network. But sometimes it’s not always the case, sometimes, we do get the sh*t work… literally!
We operate various flights from luxury charter, aerial filming to utility based projects and with specialist experience in load lifting our services were recommended to Kevin, waste water production manager at United Utilities who contacted our operations manager, to see if we were able to help with an urgent task.
The company needed to move a 580kg broken sewage pump but the road to the Waste Water Treatment Works runs along side the Manchester Ship Canal and had partly collapsed and under repair. Meaning it was unsafe and unviable for vehicles to travel down, especially the heavy Hiab truck that would usually be deployed on such a task.
The broken sewage pump meant a build up of waste water was not being treated or flowing freely through the treatment works based in Davyhulme. The works is one of the biggest waste water treatment works in the UK. Draining the entire western side of Manchester and with more than 30,000 litres of flowing water usually treated per second. Therefore urgent action needed to be taken to keep the site functioning to standard practice and to appease the Environment Agency. The only remaining option was to see if they could replace the parts by bringing them in by air.
After a brief conversation a meeting was organised with Kevin and his team. Together the task was discussed in more detail, including assessing the sites and surrounding areas that could be used to fly in and out of for safety before the ops team took the information away to finalise safety reports.
One of our pilots James Holland, was assigned to the project. James has a military background and has been assigned to various load lifting contracts. Final calculations of the load, safety and brief were conducted and the flight was scheduled.
The pump and mechanism were broken into two separate parts so we conducted two shuttles to lift the broken infrastructure out of the site and one load to take the new temporary replacement in. James also lifted a skip to help with the waste build up.
The afternoon on task went seamlessly and both parties were happy as pigs in sh*t. Except for Andy and Abi who got the sh*t end of the stick and had to stand beneath the hovering aircraft to hook the loads onto the carouse. All jokes aside, the team thoroughly enjoyed the unusual task and the whole waste water service team from United Utilities were a pleasure to work with.
Take a look at our aerial utility services or contact the operations team at ops@gbconcierge.co.uk or call 0800 030 4105.
4K Ultra Telephoto Canon 20x50 Lens
GB Helicopters now owns a 4k aerial camera system integrated with the freshly released 4k Cine Canon lens. The 20x50 ultra telephoto zoom lens offers stunning UHD performance; ideal for sporting events and wildlife applications and compliments their already superb C516 camera system from GSS.
The system fitted with a Red Epic Dragon sensor, has been bespokely calibrated to adapt to both the 30-300mm lens and now the 20x50; both by Canon and encase them within the 16” carbon-fibre gimbal structure. Having initially chosen the GSS system due to its ability to effortlessly interchange payloads. It is ideally suited to task changes whilst on location, catering for dramatic wide shots as well as long range close ups of specific subjects with only minutes of downtime to effect the change.
The two Canon lenses offer the unprecedented quality, flexibility and usability required for shoots in demanding and unpredictable environments. Combining the finest quality optics with a weather-and-shock-proof construction the 20x50 lens is perfect for aerial action shooting, its unrivalled focal length and zooming capabilities capture extremely high-resolution from a distance as well as minuscule details with immaculate definition for close-to-the-action sports work. The lens also maintains the highest quality throughout its impressive zooming range with fast, reactive positional changes. Fitted to the Red Epic Dragon this sensor-lens combination leaves endless possibility for filming requirements.
The C516 as a whole is the lightest most compact system of its type, helping to maintain aircraft operating limitations and endurance whilst maximising payload. GB Helicopters also own and operate an all-weather Air Operators Certificate, which allows the legal carriage of passengers on task; valid throughout the UK and Northern Europe this charter certificate enables a wide operating area of interest. It also allows the ability for the director to watch from the aircraft cabin to ensure that vital sequence has been captured. Simultaneously recording up to 6k R3D files to the Red Epic Dragon or alternatively offering the ability to downlink live images, ensuring any additional viewing requirement can be met on the ground with radio links to the aircraft for direction.
For stabilised footage requirements further afield, the entire system can be packed into five cases, all qualifying under excess baggage, in order to avoid lengthy delays associated with freighting equipment. The C516 can be mounted to multiple types of aircraft, vehicles and marine vessels making it a unit for all occasions.
Alternate camera sensors which we can offer within the C516 platform are the Arri Alexa Mini and the Sony P1.
For further information about the system and for bookings and availability contact the operations team at ops@gbconcierge.co.uk or call 0800 030 4105.
Delivery of the Shotover K1 with Hammerhead
We have recently taken delivery of the Shotover K1 including interchangeable frontal architecture, to allow quick changes from a single payload to the three-payload Hammerhead array; a superior level of sophistication for enhanced motion pictures.
What are Shotover systems?
Shotover is a developer of high performance aerial camera systems for the motion picture and broadcast industries. The company has produced an impeccable line of gyro-stabilised camera platforms that offer aerial creative’s an unrivalled level of stability, control and versatility.
Of which, the Shotover K1 is their highest performance camera system designed and manufactured to date. Made from intelligent carbon fibre and stabilisation mechanics. The K1 has also been constructed to house the latest variety of high performance camera payloads giving cinematographers full filming flexibility.
What is the Hammerhead Array?
The Hammerhead architectural adaptation to the K1, is design to house three top-of-the-line DSMC2 Monstro 8K VV sensors from camera giants Red. This tri-payload adaptation has been specifically developed and designed to improve Motion Pictures Visual Effects by providing the ability to synchronize the three 8K sensors in one flight. (Previously done by multiple fly overs and a vast amount of time consuming post production to try to create the same angle, lighting and other variables)
Why Red Monstro’s?
The 8K Red Monstro’s deliver stunning image quality with supersized rectangular portrait filming chips. Once stitched, this will provide extreme cinematic definition and panoramic field that surpasses all other aerial filming sequences to date.
Where can the Shotover system be used?
Initially designed to improve the aerial mount industry. The system is universal and can also be mounted on cranes and cars alongside other camera systems including the Shotover F1 and the cinematic GSS C516, providing further scope for any form of filming moving sequences.
Having already completed works that contributed towards Dunkirk, Transformers 5 and the up-coming Terminator movie. We are hoping to continue to see further growth in the aerial filming sector worldwide.
For more information on the camera system, availability and bookings click here or contact our operations team on ops@gbconcierge.co.uk or call 0800 030 4105.
Celebrating the Defender
Jaguar-Land Rover began to mark a year of celebration of The Land Rover Defender by creating an iconic 1km silhouette carved in to the sands of Red Wharf Bay, Anglesey; The beach where Land Rover's journey began back in 1947 when its inventor Maurice Wilks, sketched the car's unmistakable shape and explained the original concept for a “go anywhere, do anything vehicle.”
Six Land Rover Defenders - a Land Rover Series I, II and III, a Ninety from the Eighties, a Defender 90 Hard Top and a Defender 110 Station Wagon - each towed a 12ft agricultural harrow to create the drawing.
Time was an absolute critical, having a mere three hour window to create the 1km silhouette, a continuous 4.52km line drawing and Britain's biggest ever sand drawing on Anglesey beach; Completed just minutes before the incoming tide washed it away and simultaneously bidding farewell to the production of UK’s favourite 4x4.
We were delighted to be part of such a monumental occasion, filming the construction of the sand drawing and capturing the speed and accuracy of the defenders from the sky. As well as having photographers on board to capture show stopping scene that had been meticulously created.
The shoot was filmed using one of our AS355’s (also known as a twin-squirrel) and a cineflex camera system. The twin-squirrel has two engines and high performance capabilities, making it the perfect aircraft for filming shoots. With the ability to remain airborne for up to 3 hours, the aircraft was able to shoot various sequences and capture the creation from start to finish with limited downtime. With close working relationships with the CAA we were also able to gain low level flying permissions quickly.
If you are looking to conduct aerial filming and photography for your next production. Contact our operations team to discuss your requirements or for more information, bookings and availability.
Tel: 0800 030 4105
Email: ops@gbconcierge.co.uk
