Another Great Article From Richard Wirth…’Cameras In The Sky’

Hello again Everybody! I thought it would be interesting to take a look back to some of the people who designed the processes and invented the equipment that gave us aerial cinematography. The article examines the history of shooting film and television from the air and also covers the evolution of some of those mechanisms and the aircraft that got us to where we are today.

This was a particularly fun piece for me as it combines two of my favorite things – flying and cinematography. I was also fortunate to have a knowledgeable guide through the process who was able to provide insight almost from the beginning. For that, I owe Richard Hart, Jr., my thanks. Mr. Hart is president of National Helicopter and Engineering Company. His father, Richard Hart, Sr., started the company in the early 50’s. Since then, National Helicopter has been a leader (if not THE leader) in aerial motion picture and television production. They have served up aerial action and drama in front of the camera and provided aircraft, pilots and platforms behind the camera. A link to their long list of credits is included in the article.

As always, I attempt to include illustrations of shots from television programs and movies that made a mark on history of the industry. This article is no exception. Hopefully they’ll bring some memories to many of you.

As always, I look forward to your comments.

Happy Holidays to you!

Richard Wirth

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Cameras in the Sky

“Man must rise above the Earth—to the top of the atmosphere and beyond—for only thus will he fully understand the world in which he lives.” — Socrates If Socrates were alive today, he would probably own a drone.

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