A video on the FlyingMAir YouTube channel.
Ever wonder how I get the great sound and pictures for my cockpit POV videos? This video explains my setup in detail.
Products mentioned in this video
- GoPro Cameras and accessories: https://gopro.com/
- Switronix (now Core SWX) Go Pro Battery solutions: https://www.coreswx.com/product-category/camera-specific/gopro-solutions/
- NflightCam Aviation Audio Cables: https://www.nflightcam.com/collections/cables
I purchased all of the equipment shown in this video. These are not paid endorsements — I use it all and recommend it based on my experience with the products shown. That said, if GoPro wants to send me a Hero 7 Black, I’ll gladly take it and thank them publicly for it. (Just saying.)
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- GoPro Hero 3: https://amzn.to/2Ylx6Aw
- GoPro Hero 7 Black: https://amzn.to/2SvAdAG
- Switronix Battery Eliminator for GoPro Hero 3/3+: https://amzn.to/2YbiMXu
- Nflightcam Airplane Audio Cable for GoPro Hero 3, 3+, and 4: https://amzn.to/2Y0ClGM
- Nflightcam Airplane Audio Cable for GoPro Hero 5, 6, and 7: https://amzn.to/2SwgcK5
About the Video
- The video was recorded with an iPhone Xs. ‘Nuff said.
- The video was edited on a Macintosh using Screenflow software. (Screenflow was the only affordable software I could find that allowed me to do picture-in-picture.) Learn more about it here: https://www.telestream.net/screenflow/overview.htm
- The intro music is by Bob Levitus, famed “Dr. Mac.” You can find him here:
http://www.boblevitus.com/
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I know you used to have a gyro mount. Have you thought about using a simple stabilized camera mount like a DJI Osmo? I really like the effect of shots from the aircraft’s interior with the horizon remaining level when the aircraft banks. Trent Palmer discusses how he uses one in his (fixed wing) flying videos here.
First, I really want to keep things simple. The suction cup mounts are pretty versatile and can be easily moved and transported. They don’t need batteries.
Second, I’m not sure how I could attach something like an Osmo to the helicopter. I obviously can’t hold it while I’m flying.
I agree that having the camera remain level while the helicopter banks might be interesting. But I don’t think it’s something I’m ready to explore right now. Still, thanks for the suggestion.