Our breathtaking aerial images are taken by our expert
crew, who are skilled in capturing the dramatic beauty of any subject
from a unique aerial perspective. This experience together with our
digital technology produces the quality aerial images you expect.


We
know the importance of utilizing the best technology so our clients
can receive the absolute best product available. The video produced
by our recently purchased FLIR UltraMedia III (Ikegami HL-59WNA camera
and Canon 1000 mm lens) is truly spectacular - stunning clarity and
rock-steady stabilization. This gyro-stabilized digital technology,
together with the expertise of our professional crew, can be relied
upon to maximize the success of your production. Along with 360 degree
capability and 5-axis suspension, eight video distribution amplifiers
ensure superior quality, and live video transmission is available.
The camera is mounted on the hull of the chopper allowing our crew
to fly with the door closed. If you choose, you can fly with us and
direct the shoot from your own monitor.

We use
35mm or Medium format depending upon the subject and ultimate use
of the image.

We fly
in an American Eurocopter AS3506B (AStar) with a 3 blade rotor system
for a more stable platform.

John
Harmon
John
is Chief Helicopter Pilot for both AIRCAM and NEWS12 Networks. He
has been piloting helicopters for 12 years and has logged over 4,000
total hours with 1,700 hours Astar experience. He has flown numerous
aerial video shoots over the New York City metropolitan area as well
as having significant charter experience. John is a Certified Flight
Instructor who operated a flight school in Connecticut for several
years.
Rich
Continello
Rich is the Chief Helicopter Photographer for AIRCAM as well as NEWS12
Networks, and has over seven years shooting experience in television
and video production. Since
joining the AIRCAM team, Rich has logged over 300 aerial photography
flight hours and has participated in many successful productions.
Luca
Perosino
Luca has logged over 3,000 hours in both helicopters and airplanes.
For the past six years, he has been flying in different parts of the
country accumulating experience in numerous aircraft and in the most
diverse operations. Before his present position as a pilot for both
AIRCAM and NEWS12 Networks, Luca's experience includes piloting for
NBC where video and still photography comprised a good part of his
flight hours. Luca is also a Certified Flight Instructor and has logged
1,000 hours in the AStar.
Edward
Aviles
Teddy has two and one-half years of shooting experience for NEWS12
Networks. He has significant live ENG production experience and has
participated in many high profile shoots. His background also includes
editing and studio production.
Kristian
Saether
Kris
has logged over 6,000 hours of flight time in both helicopters and
fixed wing aircraft. He spent two years at Farmingdale's Republic
Airport as a Senior Flight Instructor. Since then, he has flown many
photography, training, charter, commercial and sightseeing flights.