Smithsonian Channel’s Aerial America
Once again Smithsonian Channel is aiming to do what has never been done before - we’re filming the entire United States - from sea to shining sea- from the air and entirely in HD.
Over the next 12 months our film crew will be flying over every single state in the USA telling America’s story from a bird’s-eye view. We’re shooting the natural volcanoes, mountains and shorelines, as well as the historic locations across the country and telling the fascinating stories behind them all.
If there’s a part of this country you’ve always wanted to visit, here’s your chance to see it from a perspective you never dreamed possible. The production crew from Skyworks is using the same camera and filming technique as was used to shoot Discovery’s popular Planet Earth series and Smithsonian Channel Executive Vice President, David Royle says, “The results from shooting in Hawaii and California are stunning!”
The Smithsonian Channel Chopper is Filming America
Join us here at the Smithsonian Blog, as we follow the Smithsonian Chopper on its incredible journey. We will be writing a post on each state in the order that they are being filmed with a couple of highlights and a photo or two - each program will be nearly an hour long so many more locations and stories will be included in the shows which will begin airing later this year. We’ll also have conversations with the pilot and the producer in charge of this gargantuan undertaking who will share their experiences and challenges throughout the process.
So in the coming months, please keep your eyes on the sky and if you do spot the chopper in your town, be sure to let us know. Also, we’d love to hear from you if you have any suggestions for locations in your state that you think should not be missed.
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November 11th, 2008 at 5:51 pm
What a great idea for a program. I’m really looking forward to it. When you are in Arkansas don’t miss the Talimena Scenic Drive.
An Arkie’s Musings
November 13th, 2008 at 2:28 pm
Hi, When will there be an aerial America on California? thanks
November 18th, 2008 at 11:14 am
Dave, we’ve already done some shooting in California but it is a big state so the plan right now is to be back in Feb. for a few days to shoot some more. So keep your eyes open for the Smithsonian Channel chopper! - Susanne
December 3rd, 2008 at 2:45 pm
Awesome project…can’t wait. Just saw the chopter flying over downtown Charlotte today!
December 8th, 2008 at 7:45 am
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