50 Classic Adventures

Take flight with us above Joshua Tree National Park in a Cessna Centurion 210 during the magical moments of sunrise and golden hour. This stunning airplane footage showcases the breathtaking beauty of the Colorado and Mojave Deserts from a unique perspective, an aerial tour. The project's purpose was to document, film, and photograph for the Joshua Tree chapter of Ney Grant's book, 50 Classic Adventures in California.

Filmed on RED Komodos in RED Raw and a Sony a7siii using Leica Cine Prime lenses, this cinematic short captures the epic landscapes and behind-the-scenes moments of the production team inside the aircraft. From takeoff through landing, witness the skilled piloting and aerial cinematography that went into creating this unforgettable journey.

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This Joshua Tree airplane footage features incredible aerial views of the national park, showcasing its stunning rock formations, rugged mountains, and otherworldly landscapes. The footage also includes impressive shots of the Cessna Centurion 210 in flight and captures the excitement and passion of the filmmaking team behind the project. Whether you're a fan of aerial cinematography, aviation, or simply enjoy the beauty of Southern California's vast desert ecosystems, this footage is sure to take your breath away.

Don't miss out on this unforgettable journey through the skies above Joshua Tree National Park. Experience the thrill of flight and witness the beauty of the desert landscape like never before. Watch the Joshua Tree airplane footage and discover the magic of this incredible national park from a whole new perspective.

Our production team primarily circled the upper Mojave Desert section of Joshua Tree National Park, marveling at the stunning desert valley, Joshua Trees, the lower Colorado Desert landscapes, and the exteriors/interiors of the Cessna Centurion 210. Framework Films is proud to present our best handheld cinematic aerial footage recorded in glorious 4K+ UHD quality.

JOSHUA TREE CHAPTER EXCERPTS