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Old 25th May 2008 | 01:22
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helicfii
 
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From: Southwest EMS
I say find a nice mountain that doesn't move and put the camera on it instead

Seriously, though- all you need is two guys, each with a rifle scope on a tripod. One on his back looking up at the helicopter, and one in the best lateral position you can find (is there a building in the vicinity? If not, then he has to position as far away as practical and utilize a diagonal view for altitude).

Give each one a radio.

The guy on his back is call sign "position", the guy in the lateral position is call sign "altitude". They could keep you in a 50 ft box with a little bit of practice. Just have them give you vectors.

Ex: "Position- correct left" "or Altitude- correct down"

Don't drink coffee beforehand, and try to stay relaxed.

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