Alex Milton and Vinnie Scaffidi, operators of the SkyCam for Super Bowl LIX, remain calm amid pressure, ready to capture thrilling sports moments. Their experience and tight-knit teamwork exemplify excellence in this rarefied profession. Unlike drones, SkyCam requires skilled human control, as its 45-pound camera follows action through taut cables engineered for strength. With only about 20 pilots and operators, those who excel in this role share a deep connection and instinct for what captures the game's intensity, enhancing the viewing experience for millions.
"It's exciting to get to the end of the year and everyone's playing for real. So when it comes, I'm like, 'Yes, all right, here we go.'"
"SkyCam pilots and operators occupy a bit of a rarefied space—there are only around 20 pilots and 20 operators—where instinct and symbiotic connection combine to capture dramatic moments in sport."
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