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===25 Threshold=== | |||
The runway 25 threshold is similar to Qantas Drive (see below) in that aircraft pass extremely low overhead on final approach for, you guessed it, runway 25. It's a thrilling spot when 25 is active for arrivals. You can also view both inbound and outbound helicopters crossing the approach path to and from the helipads, and runway 07 departures, though the latter doesn't offer any particularly unique or exciting angles. | |||
To get to the 25 threshold, drive south/west along Ross Smith Ave. (from the direction of the domestic terminal) until you reach see a large billboard on your left and the 25 blast fence on your right. There's a cleared mound across the road from the blast fence on which you can stand. Park up on the grass, well off of the road, or park back along the road from the direction you came - where there's a small grass area to park on the non-airport side of the road, approximately across from the GA apron - or further along the road - where there's a large-ish gravel area to park off of the side of the road, across from the helipads. | |||
You can move around to get a few different angles for photography. The most dramatic, and most pertinent to the location, is directly under the approach. Alternatively, try shooting from the side to get 3/4 approach shots, and similar. No ladder is required for most angles if you stand on the aforementioned mound on the side of the road, however if you want to get touchdown shots you will need to use a ladder to see over the blast fence. Experiment a bit, as there are some nice photographic options to be had at this spot. The best lighting for photography at the 25 threshold varies according to where exactly you position yourself. If you're shooting from directly below the approach, early morning and late afternoon/evening are the ideal times. Otherwise, if you're shooting from the side, avoid midday light. | |||
Sample photos from the 25 Threshold: | |||
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===Hammond Place/Helicopter Area=== | ===Hammond Place/Helicopter Area=== | ||
For rotorheads, the area around Hammond Place and its intersection with Ross Smith Ave. is | For rotorheads, the area around Hammond Place and its intersection with Ross Smith Ave. is the main place to view or photograph helicopters. There are a number of pads, from which a variety of different helicopters regularly arrive and depart. | ||
To get to this spot, drive south/west along Ross Smith Ave. (from the direction of the domestic terminal) until you reach Hammond Place on the right side. You can pull into Hammond Place and park on the side, out of the way. Walk around the fence surrounding the helicopter area to wherever you want to shoot from. | To get to this spot, drive south/west along Ross Smith Ave. (from the direction of the domestic terminal) until you reach Hammond Place on the right side. You can pull into Hammond Place and park on the side, out of the way. Walk around the fence surrounding the helicopter area to wherever you want to shoot from. | ||