From €1,800
Helicopter Charter for Aerial Photography & Film
Doors-off, gyro-stabilised, mission-specced for cinema and stills.
Aerial photography missions need a different aircraft spec: doors-off rated, gyro-mount compatible, low-vibration and an experienced film pilot. SkyMatch sources film-rated helicopters and crews worldwide.
Who it's for
Cinematographers, commercial productions, stills photographers, news and survey operators.
Typical missions
- Commercial film shoots over coastline and city
- Real-estate and yacht photography
- News and live broadcast feeds
- Survey, mapping and infrastructure inspection
What to brief us on
- Date, time and rough departure point
- Number of passengers and bags
- Preferred aircraft tier (entry / executive / VIP)
- Any special requirements: pets, catering, photography
Preferred helicopters for aerial photography helicopter
Airbus H125
Single-engine5 pax · 120 kts · 340 nm
The H125 (formerly AS350 B3) is the world's most-used charter and utility single. Hot-and-high capable, doors-off rated, and the global standard for gyro-stabilised film work — from alpine ski lifts to Caribbean photography flights.
Airbus H130
Single-engine7 pax · 130 kts · 330 nm
The H130 wraps the H125 powertrain in a wider, quieter cabin with panoramic windows — the dominant aircraft for premium scenic tours and short luxury transfers across the Mediterranean and Gulf.
Robinson R66 Turbine
Single-engine4 pax · 110 kts · 350 nm
The R66 Turbine is the most economical turbine helicopter charter on the market — a four-passenger cabin with a Rolls-Royce RR300 engine. The go-to for short tours, photography missions and entry-level executive transfers.
Where we book aerial photography helicopter most
Frequently asked
Can you mount a Shotover or Cineflex?
Yes — the H125 is the global standard for gyro-stabilised camera mounts. SkyMatch sources film-rated tails with the appropriate STCs.
Is there a film-rated pilot included?
All aerial-photography quotes include a film-rated captain with broadcast or feature credits. Specify the production type at brief stage.
Do you handle permits and air clearances?
Yes. Production permits, airspace clearances and city overflight authorisations are coordinated by the operator and SkyMatch's ops desk.
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