Services
With more than 25 years of production flying experience and a perfect safety record, Studio Wings is the industry's trusted source for all things aerial.
Helicopter Cinematography
Decades of Hollywood experience combined with top-tier production resources, combine for a flawless aerial filmmaking experience. Our Los Angeles based fleet includes the production-ready Airbus H125, Airbus H145 and a new civilian version of the modernized Bell 212 Huey.
SAFETY NEVER COMPROMISED!
“Thanks to your incredible flying, we had our audience’s hearts thumping like tom-toms. Budgets were consistently met, but safety never compromised. You came through on every level and as always, working with you was a pleasure.”
– TIM SILVER, Producer, Warner Bros.
my #1 go-to
“Thank you for always being a team player and getting the job done! I really appreciate it and you are always my #1 go to person when it comes to helicopters. I was just talking to Warner Bros Safety and they love you too, Steve!””
Camera Systems, Operators, and Aerial DPs
We regularly fly the world’s best onboard our camera ships.
BEST AERIAL TALENT!
“I cannot tell you what a blessing it was for me to work with you. Anyone who needs aerial work in their film project should be so lucky as to have you aboard.”
– HARRY BRING, Producer The X-Files, Criminal Minds
Fast Rope Tactical Approved
Studio Wings has the ONLY Civilian Class Bell 212 (“Huey”) in Hollywood approved for your fast rope shots and crew transportation.
DIE HARD STUNT WORK!
“Wow! Perilous! Graphic! Seamless inter-cutting with existing footage! High volume! Highly efficient use of time! Thank you for helping me tell the story.”
– ROB BOWMAN, Producer-Director, The Rookie, The X-Files, Castle
THRILLING
““The producers and network were thrilled with the aerials we shot with the motorcycle in the middle of the desert. They created a montage out of a number of our action shots. The last cut was that great angle straight down as the motorcycle entered frame below and we dropped right down on the road behind them as they drove off into the desert.””
Drone Cinematography
Our drone cinema partners are LA/ATL/UK/AUS/SEA based and fly the biggest productions in the world—most recently for Star Wars Ep. 9, and 007 No Time to Die. Small-lift, heavy-lift, and FPV drone packages available with travel-ready personnel.
Our aerial producer will handle your inquiry.
RESPONSIVE & CREATIVE
“Appreciate your endeavour to make this work for us. You’ve been brilliant.”
— Blink Films, UK
Picture Ships & Highly Experienced Production Pilots
Winner of the 2020 Satellite Award for “Best Aerial Stunt”
We have the aircraft you need. Access our worldwide network of aviators and private collections for any aerial sequence or static backdrop.
Featuring:
Military Helicopters and Tactical Jets
Commercial Jets, Private Jets and General Aviation Aircraft
Production Painting, Aircraft Bucks and Sectional Aircraft Mock-ups
INTRICATE CRASH SEQUENCES
“The aerial sequences you directed and flew were a marvelous contribution to the look and feel of the film. Your constant concern for safety during the many intricate flying and crash sequences you choreographed was greatly appreciated by all.”
– GORDON WEBB, Producer Six Days / Seven Nights
Military
Aerial photography, cinematography, and access to just about any military aerospace asset your script calls for.
SPECTACULAR!
“The low level shot of the F-16 flying straight at us at over 500 MPH and passing just feet above the head of Jean-Claude Van Damme was truly spectacular!!
How you pulled off that incredible shot with all the FAA airspace limitations at our location I will never know, but from all of us involved, THANK YOU for making it happen!"
– JOHN G. AVILDSEN, Academy Award Winning Director, Rocky, Karate Kid
Location Scouting
We’ll get you there. Steve Stafford is a DGA Director member, so your location scouting comes with a Director’s eye.
EXPERIENCE
“Your background and experience as a first unit director is a great asset to your work as an aerial coordinator and motion picture pilot. I would not hesitate to use you again.”
– John G. Avildsen, Academy Award Winning Director ROCKY, KARATE KID
Production Transportation
No matter how unruly your film crew is, we’ll move them around by helicopter or airplane.
Risk Assessments & Mitigation
Featuring:
Aerial Production Safety Consultant services
Technical Support For Writers
Special Use Airspace Film Permits
MY #1 GO-TO
“Thank you for always being a team player and getting the job done! I really appreciate it and you are always my #1 go to person when it comes to helicopters. I was just talking to Warner Bros Safety and they love you too, Steve!”
— Sarah Cruz, Producer, Warner Bros. Television