Aerial Filming Helicopters from FlyingTV
Recent Work
Series 2 of this BBC documentary is filming, for the first time, in HD. And we've just started work on the project.
A call over Christmas from the production team asked us to get aerial shots of the Great North Air Ambulance over snow in North Yorkshire.
Job done - all in one day.
HD NOW!
See our all-new HD showreel at Vimeo - the easiest way to view HD on the web. We've also started a helicopter filming channel on Vimeo - and invite other aerial filming suppliers from beyond the UK to contribute a brief showreel. Eventually, this should be an invaluable resource for UK broadcasters heading round the globe.
ON AIR NOW
Monty Don's My Dream Farm for C4 runs for 6 weeks, with aerials supplied by us.
New Year Discount
Winter for us means some gin-clear days and some wonderful flying. And until Feb 28 we're not only going to hold our prices at 09 levels, but we'll offer a 10% discount for any bookings of more than 3hrs flying a day. This offer applies to hourly rates on our R44 filming helicopters only.
One call gets us going.
High Definition and Standard Definition stabilised aerial filming
FlyingTV is a company dedicated to the art and skills of aerial filming. Created by broadcaster Mike Smith in 03, we own and operate the only freelance ready-to-go fleet of tv helicopters in Europe. Getting your aerial shoot organised is simply a phone call away.
Why choose FlyingTV ?
We only use nose mounted cameras – these give us the greatest flexibility for shots and make acquisition very quick. You may consider using a sidemount camera (most UK operators only offer sidemounts) – but you will be limiting your angles and taking much longer to achieve your shots. Additionally, our mounts do not limit the speed of the helicopter – saving more time and money when flying to or from a task. Cineflex gyro-stabilised mounts, Ikegami cameras and Canon lenses – an award-winning & proven combination.
Our equipment stays permanently with the helicopter – they were “born” together in the same factory and stay that way for life. This means higher quality with no shot vibration, and much greater reliability. Most UK operators are constantly moving equipment between helicopters.
We only charge for the flying done – from skids up to skids down – unlike many operators.
Our MASTERSHOT collection might already have the images you need – click the link and examine our exclusive collection of great aerial shots.
Shooting handheld from a helicopter is the old, inefficient, bad way.
Our purpose-built tv helicopters with their gyro-stabilised cameras have a proven track record in getting the job done quicker, easier, cheaper and safer than any other method. The cinematic qualities of the shots acquired will more than justify your decision to use FlyingTV.
We have a passion for our work. And we realise that an aerial shoot isn’t something that production teams organise everyday. So – we use our experience and commitment to deliver the best result at the best possible price.
Our 2 factory-built tv helicopters are totally 21st century from nose to tail. Whether you use our new HD 1080 system or the lower cost SD 625, you get the same high standard of quality, reliability and financial efficiency.
The speed and abilities of our tv helicopters and their crews can be easily underestimated. It simply isn’t possible to deliver excellent results unless you have the experience and equipment that FlyingTV brings to your production. We handle everything from the planning to the final delivery of your shots. Glossy titles or gritty news coverage. Sport, drama, documentary, commercials & corporate – see our Credits.
In 5 years and 2200 hours tv flying we’ve served every UK network. The leading UK tv shows – X Factor, Top Gear, Spooks, Time Team, Conspiracy Files and the top tv sporting events UEFA Cup Final, the University Boat Race, the Grand National and cycling’s premier “Tours” of Britain and Ireland
Price Promise
We realise the budget problems facing tv today. So we work from day one to deliver economy alongside high quality. True value for money, backed-up by our price promise : If you can find the same service cheaper, we will refund 110% of the difference.
There’s a load more information within this website. Enjoy it – and simply contact us if there’s anything you want to discuss.