Hexcopter record's aerial fly-through video of UTC Swindon site
Stuart Holland, founder and director of Aerial Imaging Solutions, has recorded an aerial fly-through video of the UTC Swindon site. Certified by the CAA to capture the beauty of iconic buildings, Stuart is one of few pilots authorised to fly unmanned video aircraft and use thermal imaging equipment.
The film will give potential students of UTC Swindon unique, behind-the-scenes views inside UTC Swindon. Footage includes many hard-to-reach areas of the Grade II Listed building, which is part of the original Great Western Rail works.
To make the video, Stuart used a custom-built 550mm hexcopter, fitted with a small, lightweight, high definition camera. He flew the hexcopter from a bespoke ground operating station, using piloting skill and complex onboard algorithms. The device, which uses GPS, can also follow pre-programmed flight paths.
Discussing the film, Stuart said: “Complying with CAA regulations, we were able to create stunning footage of UTC Swindon’s site. It is a building with many interesting features, but due to the neighbouring structures space was limited, making it a perfect location for a hexcopter. I was thrilled to have the opportunity to create a video that will give students an insight into the great facilities at UTC Swindon.”
Angela Barker-Dench, Principal, UTC Swindon said: “Stuart’s hexcopter is an incredible machine. He used it with great skill to create an amazing promotional tool for UTC Swindon.”
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