The Rotorcraft Guy. The Bell 407 ”Magic carpet” overflight of Dominican Republic
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Channel: Eladio Roca · 2018 · Film & Animation
This video features a collection of GoPro shots captured several years ago—back when this camera was still relatively unknown in aviation. The goal was simple: to explore and showcase unique onboard perspectives from the Bell 407 while flying over the incredible landscapes of the Dominican Republic. Through these images, you’ll see different angles and visual moments that highlight the island’s diversity—from coastline views to inland terrain—all from the cockpit and external viewpoints of the aircraft. Part of the footage also includes coordinated operations with another aircraft in the fleet, the Bell 212, which briefly joins the sequence, adding another layer of dynamic aerial interaction. This was an early exploration of what action cameras could bring to aviation storytelling—and an unforgettable experience capturing it all in real time. If you are interested in helicopter operations, aerial perspectives, and real-world flying, this content is for you.ars.... Then I will tell you the history of Sao Paolo and the reason for this phenomenon. My interview with Bell Flight "Instagram of the month": https://news.bellflight.com/en-US/165981-instagram-of-the-month-eladio-roca Este video es sobre el Bell 407 "La Alfombra Mágica" @ República Dominicana, volando a diferentes lugares en tan magnífico y extraordinario helicóptero... Muchas satisfacciones en términos de desempeño y confiabilidad en muchos tipos de ambientes y operaciones. La mejor y más rápida forma de moverse por República Dominicana, este país tiene una "cultura de helicóptero" y hace un uso extensivo y variable de helicópteros, gratamente sorprende que iguale a Sao Paulo, Brazil en este aspecto, siendo Sao Paolo la ciudad del mundo. con el mayor uso de helicópteros en el mundo y su uso como vehículo de transporte regular casi a la par del automóvil y donde el concepto de Movilidad Aérea Urbana forma parte de la ciudad desde hace años.... Mas adelante les cuento la historia de Sao Paolo y la razón de este fenómeno. Mi entrevista con Bell Flight "Instagram of the month" https://news.bellflight.com/en-US/165981-instagram-of-the-month-eladio-roca
