Basic preparation for aerial photography

1. Before taking off, the photographer should go to the scene with the pilot, navigator and ground commander to observe the terrain and get a detailed understanding of the scenery to be photographed. If possible, you can take an enlarged photo to let the aircrew know the shooting intention and establish a shooting plan.

2. Grasp the weather dynamics, keep in touch with meteorological stations (stations) at any time, and keep abreast of wind direction, wind speed and visibility.

3. Pay attention to communication during aerial photography. There is a lot of noise when the plane is sailing. In addition to coordinating the prescribed route on the ground, communicate with the pilot in time when changing the angle. If walkie-talkies and walkie-talkies are ideal, they can also be replaced by writing notes and signing.

4. Shooting on the plane is tense and hectic. When you take a helicopter, you often open the hatch to take pictures, and the wind is increasing with the speed of the plane. In the midsummer season in the south, there will be airflow that will make the plane bumpy. Photographers must fasten their seat belts, and photographic equipment should be classified and fixed to ensure the safety of personnel and equipment.

5. In aerial photography, the photographer's body should not be close to the plane, and should keep a certain distance from the engine to avoid excessive vibration affecting the clarity of the photo.

6. Before taking off, wipe the window glass of the plane with an alcohol cotton ball to avoid affecting the clarity of the photo.