Aircraft

Aircraft on Lee LHGFX Photography: a running collection of 3 stories we have gathered and hand-picked because they are worth your time. Every post here touches on aircraft in some way — the news, the analysis, the deep dives, and the occasional surprise find. Lee LHGFX Photography is a dynamic portfolio and lifestyle hub built around the artistic work of @lee_lhgfx — a highly engaged Instagram creator and photographer known for… New stories are added to this page as we find them, so check back if you want to keep up with what is happening around aircraft, or subscribe to the RSS feed to get them as soon as they are published. Browse the collection below, or head back to the homepage to see everything Lee LHGFX Photography is covering right now.

Film Stills Photographer Reveals the Massive Blimp She Used to Muffle Her Camera
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Film Stills Photographer Reveals the Massive Blimp She Used to Muffle Her Camera

Discover a novel application for relics of the past: camera blimps. Once commonplace for advertising giants like Goodyear, these inflatable aircraft are experiencing a resurgence, albeit in a surprising role. Renowned film stills photographer recently revealed her innovative use of a massive blimp, ingeniously employed to muffle camera noise on set. Explore this unique approach to capturing pristine audio alongside stunning visuals—a testament to creative problem-solving in filmmaking. For more on cutting-edge photographic technology, see our recent piece on "The Contax G2 Hype."

Inside Red Bull’s High-Flying Eclipse Photo, Nine Months in the Making
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Inside Red Bull’s High-Flying Eclipse Photo, Nine Months in the Making

Captured in a breathtaking feat of planning and precision, Noah Wetzel’s exclusive photograph of Mike Brewer’s wingsuit flight through a total solar eclipse represents a pinnacle of photographic artistry. This remarkable image, the culmination of nine months of preparation, was secured in Spain during a mere 84 seconds of totality. Utilizing a Canon EOS R5 II and remotely triggered flashes, Wetzel’s meticulously calculated approach delivered a once-in-a-lifetime visual. For deeper insights into eclipse photography, explore our coverage of photographers capturing stunning total solar eclipse views.

Red Bull Used a Vintage Camera to Film a 68-Year-Old Plane’s Historic Return to American Skies
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Red Bull Used a Vintage Camera to Film a 68-Year-Old Plane’s Historic Return to American Skies

Witness a remarkable convergence of history and artistry. Red Bull recently orchestrated the return of a meticulously preserved 1958 DC-6B aircraft to American skies, marking its first U.S. flight since its California manufacture. To honor this momentous occasion, the production team uniquely employed vintage Bolex motion picture cameras, mirroring the era of the aircraft itself. This curated approach underscores a dedication to authenticity and immersive storytelling.