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97 - Fred North - Helicopter Stunt Pilot - "Flying Sideways"
97 - Fred North - Helicopter Stunt Pilot - "Flying Sideways"
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Length:
45 minutes
Released:
Feb 26, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
In episode 97 of the Filmumentaries podcast, I interview helicopter stunt pilot Fred North. Fred shares his journey from a childhood fascination with helicopters to becoming a successful stunt pilot in Hollywood. He emphasizes the importance of creating opportunities for oneself and having a shark-like drive to keep moving forward. Fred also discusses the art of flying a helicopter and the importance of connecting with the machine. He shares insights on working with directors and understanding their vision to offer creative solutions. TakeawaysCreating opportunities and having a drive to succeed are key to achieving success.Connecting with the machine and understanding its nuances is crucial in flying a helicopter.Understanding the director's vision and offering creative solutions can make a helicopter pilot invaluable in the film industry.Embracing mistakes and learning from them is essential for personal and professional growth.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Patreon Support03:35 First Encounter with Helicopter06:27 From Childhood Fascination to Becoming a Stunt Pilot08:20 Shark-Like Drive and Embracing New Opportunities10:42 Dealing with Mistakes and Learning from Them12:30 The Importance of Having an Open Mind and Connecting with People14:24 Writing the Book to Share His Journey25:08 The Role of Instinct and Connection in Flying28:21 Finding a Way into the Film Industry35:25 Understanding the Director's Vision and Offering Creative Solutions41:06 QR Codes in the Book and Making it Entertaining42:18 Closing Remarks and Future EpisodesAll the links
Released:
Feb 26, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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