I hadn't thought of this. While in a helicopter your view is constantly changing. Now I understand the excitement photographers crave for helicopter rides. Thanks I enjoyed this one:
I know that read like more of an idiot then normal. I mean in an airplane it has to roll and use it's rudder to turn. They can turn fast. But not nearly as fast as a helicopter with tail rotor. Not to mention I imagine it's easier flying without a door on a helicopter then it is with a Cessna 172.
Brings me back to watching Alaska as a kid (spoilers: the father crashes his plane near Devil's Thumb). I thought that movie was a masterpiece at 5 years old.
What a thrill to fly this area Mike! I give those pilots so much credit to fly in this terrain, gotta trust your pilot and his equipment for sure.
The nice warm light in 4 out of 5 of these images is beautiful. The ruggedness and danger of the area are boldly shown. As far as the eye can see is repetition of the surrounding beauty! That image with the division of white snow and cool light on the other side is great.
Thanks for sharing these!
Karl
Yes, I was in the back seat which is actually better since you can shoot out both sides. The lens was right up against the glass. I watched for glare and reflections and was able to avoid them for the most part. With 102 mpx, I had some leeway to crop.
Here's a few more:
For perspective, here's what the Thumb looks like from Petersburg:
