Coptersafety’s short film ‘From the Ground Up’ has an online release date in August

“I grew up moving around the world for my father’s career in aviation, and helicopters have been part of my life since I was a baby. I was tired of the false narrative Hollywood movies paint about helicopters,” said Isabella Presnal, Coptersafety’s Marketing Manager, and creator of the short film.

From the Ground Up debunks myths about helicopter safety and features the stories of seasoned pilots:

• Andreas Hjert is an air ambulance pilot for Norwegian Air Ambulance working in northern Norway
• Kristian Krog is an aerial work pilot flying in sling-load operations for Pegasus Helicopter
• Marthijn over de Linden operates in the wind energy sector with HeliService, flying and hoisting wind turbine technicians in the North Sea.

The documentary is designed to accurately represent the rotor industry on the big screen, but it’s also for audiences unfamiliar with the sector to gain a new perspective.

Coptersafety’s Commercial Director, Hannu Marjoniemi, said: “We would hope this film encourages aspiring pilots to seek career opportunities in this unique industry where the safety and wellbeing of pilots, their families, and the rest of the crews and customers are not just essential, but the core of their operations.”