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Post by ARU on Mar 18, 2008 12:16:05 GMT 12
during the ohakea airshow i got talking to a camera man on the other side of the crowd line. he told me about a new aviation TV series going to air sometime around July on sky TV and freeview. he was planning 36 episode's documenting airshows around the world, with a good focus on NZ and oz aviation. he has recently been at sport avex and had done the skytrain operation with the rnzaf. he had already got about 27 hours of footage from ohakea over the three days including cameras on board the vampire, Herc etc. it seems about time we got a decently document series dedicated to aircraft, and i for one cant wait to see this released www.flightpathtv.com/ |
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Post by FlyNavy on Mar 18, 2008 12:51:36 GMT 12
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Post by vgp on Mar 18, 2008 13:54:33 GMT 12
looks pretty cool Thanks for that aru: as mentioned above RNZAF Coverage Confirmed 11/01/08 09:28 FlightPathTV has been granted permission to cover stories involving the RNZAF (Royal New Zealand Air Force) around the globe. The first main RNZAF event we will be covering is Exercise Wise Owl with the Central Flying School / CT-4s near Queenstown. We will include general formation training, life in camp and the Saturday air show. Following Exercise Wise Owl we will be attending No. 40 Sqaudron's Sky Train exercise. FlightPathTV becomes friends of Classic Flyers 30/11/07 09:34 FPTV has become official friends of the Bay of Plenty Classic Aircraft Trust, who are based in Tauranga, New Zealand. We look forward to working with them and will be filming the Classic Fliers airshow in February. Classic Flyers NZ is owned by the Bay of Plenty Classic Aircraft Trust - a group of passionate individuals who joined together to achieve this dream of creating Classic Flyers to protect the rich and precious history of New Zealand's aviation. The Trust strives to gather, protect and preserve aircraft and aviation memorabilia from bygone times – especially material with a Bay of Plenty or New Zealand connection. And they have a great cafe! www.classicflyersnz.com Boeing and FlightPathTV take flight 01/12/07 11:43 Boeing and FlightPathTV are pleased to announce that they have agreed to work together to film a series of stories for our new series in 2008. We are excited about the opportunities this relationship presents and look forward to Boeing being part of the Premiere Aviation Programme - FlightPathTV. 2008 proves to be a busy year for Boeing. FlightPathTV will cover stories involving the 787 and new Boeing variants, plus historic milestones for Boeing from around the world. We have already filmed and interviewed Randy Tinseth, Vice President - Marketing, and Ricardo Traven, Boeing's F-18 Super Hornet Test Pilot. Astral Helicopters to take a Celebrity Sky High 07/02/08 09:26 We are pleased to announce that Astral Helicopters based in Rotorua New Zealand, have generously offered to provide full helicopter instruction as part of a regular segment on FlightPathTV The regular segment will involve a well known celebrity learning to fly a helicopter. We will follow their journey from when they first arrive with no previous experience, right through their flight training until they finally go solo for the first time. This will be a great opportunity for our viewers to see the drama and excitement which is involved in learning to fly. Stay tuned for when we announce who the celebrity will be! Astral Helicopters are known for their high quality helicopter training and Rotorua is world renowned for its spectacular beauty. Each episode will be set amongst the beautiful bush, lakes, mountains and thermal springs that attract over 2 million visitors every year. For more information on Astral Helicopters visit www.astralhelicopters.co.nz |
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Post by vgp on Mar 18, 2008 14:12:53 GMT 12
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Post by flyjoe180 on Mar 18, 2008 22:06:39 GMT 12
I know both the Flightpath TV guys personally. The cameraman you spoke with would have been Malcolm. They saw a gap in the market; there are cooking, lifestyle, sport, history etc programmes and magazine shows, but nothing dedicated to aviation. A good idea, and great to see the programme is developing well.
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Post by vgp on Mar 19, 2008 9:28:51 GMT 12
about time somebody noticed the gap, good stuff.
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Post by Citabria on Mar 19, 2008 9:45:20 GMT 12
Yep both Fletch and Malcom are great guys... I just hope they got my good side and I don't end up on the cutting room floor! Does anyone know if winning an Oscar gets me a free beer at the aeroclub bar?  |
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Post by flyjoe180 on Mar 19, 2008 9:48:10 GMT 12
No, it entitles you to shout everyone else  |
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Post by vgp on Mar 24, 2008 12:58:33 GMT 12
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Post by Dave Homewood on Mar 24, 2008 13:09:19 GMT 12
Answer - a mistake
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Post by Gavin Conroy on Mar 24, 2008 15:44:28 GMT 12
Yep both Fletch and Malcom are great guys... I just hope they got my good side and I don't end up on the cutting room floor! Does anyone know if winning an Oscar gets me a free beer at the aeroclub bar? Can only agree with you Andrew, I met those guys and we got on really well and they will do well I reckon. By the way, were you onboard the DC-3 following the Hercules on Thursday? |
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Post by stu on Dec 8, 2009 21:16:55 GMT 12
Anybody know what happened to these guys or the show?
I saw one episode on the Documentary Channel and then it sort of seemed to disappear, if any more episodes were screened I must have missed them and didn't see any promos either.
Looked to have potential.
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Post by ARU on Dec 8, 2009 22:14:16 GMT 12
From what I have heard it was a pilot episode ( no pun intended  ). hopefully we'll see more soon... |
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Post by Dave Homewood on Dec 9, 2009 7:51:40 GMT 12
One of the guys from the crew was filming at Armistice in Cambridge. He told my mate who knows him that they cannot sell their series in NZ, and it will likely not be seen. They are trying to sell it now to a US market, and not having much success.
The similar series that I was developing with same mate (without being aware of Flightpath TV at all) is now shelved indefinately, sadly. In the meantime the networks continue to churn out the mindless drivel about fat people, talentless competitions and cooking shows...
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Post by stu on Dec 9, 2009 8:57:40 GMT 12
One of the guys from the crew was filming at Armistice in Cambridge. He told my mate who knows him that they cannot sell their series in NZ, and it will likely not be seen. They are trying to sell it now to a US market, and not having much success. The similar series that I was developing with same mate (without being aware of Flightpath TV at all) is now shelved indefinately, sadly. In the meantime the networks continue to churn out the mindless drivel about fat people, talentless competitions and cooking shows... Sorry to hear that, and for you as well Dave. The current trend of mindless tripe that passes for television programming basically comes down to one factor - it's a cheap way putting moving pictures and sound on air to fill the gaps between the adverts. I tend to watch a lot less telly than I used to and when I do, it's normally from channel 70 upwards on Sky (although I'm an avid follower of Time Team on Living). I know I'm biased towards flying - or obsessed if you take my wife's interpretation of it - but something along the lines of Flightpath TV or your project Dave would be a welcome change. Here endeth my rant. |
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Post by ARU on Dec 9, 2009 10:40:58 GMT 12
yep, mostly mindless dribble on tv these days, I dont have sky, so only really watch the new's, top gear, and sporting events thats about it |
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Post by Dave Homewood on Dec 9, 2009 11:37:07 GMT 12
Me too, plus The Simpsons, River Cottage and The Late Show. That's about it unless any specific good documentary comes on.
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Post by Malcolm Clement on Apr 20, 2010 0:44:12 GMT 12
Hi everyone,
They say that good things come to those who wait, well for us it has taken three years but I’m pleased to announce that the first series of FlightPathTV is complete in full HD and has just made it’s first international sale at the MIP TV market in Cannes, France. The first buyer is Discovery Channel Asia and our distributor is in discussion with numerous other networks from around the world. He is expecting to sign further deals including some other potentially large names.
We are in the process of clarifying if the Discovery Asia deal includes NZ. We are of course keen to get the programme screened here, so as soon as we know, we’ll let you know.
Thanks to everyone who has supported and assisted us over the last three years, including but definitely not limited to: Pacific Wings Magazine, Documentary Channel, Air NZ, RNZAF, Afterglow Films, MD Helicopters, RAAF, USAF, Australian Aviation and all the pilots, aircrew, organisers and friends we have met and filmed at airshows, events, exercises and exhibitions around the world. We couldn’t have done it without you.
Thanks again and I’ll be in touch when we have more details.
Cheers and happy flying!
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Post by Dave Homewood on Apr 20, 2010 0:50:55 GMT 12
Congratulations Malcolm, that is very good news
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Post by stu on Apr 20, 2010 7:34:41 GMT 12
Fantastic news Malcolm! This jaded old telly veteran looks forward to something decent on the box finally. Can't wait to see the show Best of luck, Stu. |
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