Helicopter Filming
Large-scale aerial cinematography with gyro-stabilized camera systems across Peru.
Helicopter filming delivers dramatic aerial perspectives with the payload capacity, flight endurance, and altitude range that drones cannot match. In Peru, helicopters equipped with gyro-stabilized mounts capture sweeping vistas over the Cusco highlands, Cordillera Blanca, the Arequipa volcanoes, the Nazca Lines, the Amazon rainforest from Iquitos to Manu, and the Pacific coastline from Lima to Máncora.
We coordinate helicopter filming with DGAC/MTC-certified aviation operators and experienced aerial cinematographers across Peru. Our team handles Directorate General of Civil Aeronautics flight authorizations, high-altitude airspace coordination, MinCultura approvals for archaeological zones like Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley, and safety planning — so your production captures breathtaking footage over the Andes and Amazon while meeting the highest aviation standards.
Complete Helicopter Services
From epic establishing shots to high-speed chase sequences, our helicopter teams deliver cinema-quality aerial footage for large-scale productions.
Cinematic Aerials
- • Epic establishing shots
- • High-speed chase sequences
- • Extended aerial takes
- • Long-range travel shots
- • Large-scale landscape coverage
Camera Systems
- • Gyro-stabilized mounts
- • Cineflex & Shotover systems
- • ARRI & RED cinema cameras
- • Long-range zoom lenses
- • Real-time video downlink
Aviation Compliance
- • DGAC/MTC flight authorization
- • Airspace coordination
- • NOTAMs & flight plans
- • Full aviation insurance
- • Safety documentation
Safety & Coordination
- • Experienced film pilots
- • Ground safety teams
- • Air-to-ground communication
- • Weather monitoring
- • Emergency protocols
Aerial Cinematography Expertise
When should I choose helicopter over drone filming?
Helicopters are ideal for extended aerial takes over the Andes, high-altitude sequences, shots requiring heavy cinema cameras, long-range Amazon or coast coverage, and situations where drones cannot operate due to DGAC restrictions, Machu Picchu bans, or national park rules. For quick setups and lower altitudes, drones may be more cost-effective.
What camera systems do you use for helicopter filming?
We operate gyro-stabilized systems including Cineflex and Shotover mounts, which can carry ARRI, RED, and other cinema cameras. These systems provide rock-steady footage even during dynamic flight maneuvers and allow remote camera control.
Can you film over Machu Picchu or the Sacred Valley?
Yes, with proper authorization. Machu Picchu and Sacred Valley archaeological sites require MinCultura permits and have strict filming protocols. Drone use is prohibited at Machu Picchu without special permits, making helicopters essential for aerial coverage. We coordinate with DGAC and MinCultura to secure necessary approvals.
What types of helicopters do you use?
We work with various helicopter types depending on your requirements—from smaller aircraft for tight Andean valley maneuvers to larger helicopters for heavy camera systems and high-altitude flights. Aircraft selection is critical at altitude and depends on shot requirements, elevation, and payload needs.
How do you handle air-to-ground coordination?
We use professional radio communication systems for real-time coordination between helicopter crew and ground teams. Directors can communicate with pilots and camera operators, and we provide video downlink for live monitoring of aerial shots.
How far in advance should we book helicopter filming?
We recommend 4-6 weeks minimum for helicopter operations in Peru to allow time for DGAC authorizations and MinCultura archaeological permits. Shoots at Machu Picchu, Nazca Lines, or in Manu National Park typically need longer lead times.
Need Helicopter Filming?
Tell us about your aerial requirements and we'll coordinate experienced helicopter teams.