John Tamburro

John Tamburro is a helicopter camera and stunt pilot for XM2 PURSUIT, the world's premiere complete aerial solution provider. XM2 PURSUIT captures stunning aerial content from almost any airborne platform, catering to the major motion picture, visual effects and television industries. He began his aviation career 28 years ago as a commercial helicopter pilot in Southern California. After a successful career as a news pilot, covering major events, including the OJ Simpson chase, LA riots and Northridge earthquake, he had the honor of flying the top organ transplant teams in Los Angeles. John is qualified in A-Star, Twin star, Augusta 109, Bell 206 Jet Ranger, Bell 206 Long Ranger and Bell Huey. Coming from a family of stuntmen and pilots he decided to dedicate his flying to the motion picture industry. Specializing in the film industry for the past 21 years he has accumulated over 7500 hours flying in feature films, television and commercials with a perfect safety record. John has worked with some of the top stunt coordinators and directors in the Motion Picture and Television Industry. John has a passion for aerial cinematography and is an expert at coordinating exact helicopter camera movements with his aerial cinematographer. As a camera pilot, John's professionalism will support a Director in achieving his or her creative vision from the air. John's experience ranges from flying close air to air formation, low-level chases, military operations, to flying and landing near camera crew and cast. John is a member of the Motion Picture Pilots Association, a member of Screen Actors Guild and was nominated in 2001 for a World Stunt Award for best aerial work in the feature film Gone in 60 seconds.