Resources & Links
Experienced Staff
Aero Mock-Ups’ talent comes from its crew, which includes vast experience as:
- Aviation Accident Investigators
- Pilots
- Aircraft Mechanics
- Aviation Consultants
In-house Resources
To support your production needs, we offer a full suite of services, including:
- Aviation Reference Library
- Aviation Set Design
- Custom Set Drawings
- In-House Set Shop
Referral Links
You may find our referral Resources and Links list of value. We reference many entities and companies that we have affiliations with and can recommend their services.
Aero Mock-Ups strives to supply all your commercial aviation needs. However, for those few things that we are unable to provide, we offer the following links to help you:
Aircraft Interiors International
Aircraft Interiors International offers the most informative look into the next generation of commercial airline interiors, with suppliers listed to provide that extra bit of authenticity.
Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA)
The AOPA Foundation, Inc., a tax-exempt charitable, educational, and scientific organization, educates the public on the value of general aviation. The AOPA Foundation works to improve aviation safety, preserve and improve community airports, and encourages learning to fly for career and personal benefit – all in the interest of ensuring the future of general aviation in America.
This is a good place to start if you are thinking about becoming a pilot.
Art Directors Guild
The Art Directors Guild is a local union of the International Alliance of Theatrical and Stage Employees (IATSE) representing approximately 2,000 motion picture and television professions based in the Western Unites States. Local 800.
Aviation Warehouse
Aviation Warehouse rents and sells aviation-related props to movie and television studios. With more than 35 years of experience in business, they offer a broad selection of high-quality props to choose from and friendly personalized service.
Brooklyn Studios
NYC Soundstage & Studio Rental for Film, Photo, TV, Theatre & Event Production with four locations in Long Island City, NY. A Level 2 Qualified Production Rental Facility that Qualifies Productions for the New York State Film Tax Credit.
Business Jet Interiors International
Business Jet Interiors International gives beautiful images of the latest “rich and famous” jets and future design considerations.
Captain Jean-Louis Chatelain
The pinnacle of Jean-Louis Chatelain's career was serving as Captain on the Concorde, with the responsibility of Flight Safety Officer.
During his career, he piloted various types of Boeing aircraft, notably the 747 and the legendary 707. He also piloted most Airbus models, from the A310 to the A380.
He was a flight instructor and examiner, both in flight and in flight simulators.
A former member of the ministerial commissions investigating the A320 accident at Mont Sainte-Odile and the Concorde crash at Paris CDG, he is currently a flight safety management consultant.
He has participated in air sports and continues to enjoy recreational flying, having completed his 57th year of piloting. He has accumulated approximately 19,500 flight hours and 2,000 flight simulator hours.
Enquire about an introduction at info@aeromockups.com.
Creative Handbook
Los Angeles production resource guide & a production resource directory. Best industry resource in the Southern California area.
FAA – Civil Aerospace Medical Institute (CAMI)
The aerospace human factors and medical research divisions of the FAA which focuses on the safety, health, and performance of the human element in the civil aviation system.
FilmL.A., Inc.
FilmL.A. is a private, 501(c)4 not-for-profit organization established for the public benefit. They coordinate and process permits for on-location motion picture, television and commercial production under contract to an ever-increasing roster of public-sector clients in the Los Angeles region. All permits are issued by the authority of and in accordance with the policies of each client jurisdiction.
Flight Safety Foundation
Flight Safety Foundation is an independent, nonprofit, international organization engaged in research, auditing, education, advocacy and publishing to improve aviation safety.
Gibraltar Security Services
Gibraltar Security Services, Inc. offers COVID-19 Compliance Officers for music, film & TV productions. Gibraltar Security Services, is a veteran owned and operated, licensed and insured, security company headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Gibraltar specializes in providing security services for the following niche markets exclusively to: above-the-line segments within the entertainment industry for music, film, television, sports, and modeling; Fortune 1000 companies and their executive officers, and; providing Private Security Details under contract for the U.S. Government.
Global Effects Inc.
Global Effects Inc. manufactures, sells and rents all types of props, costumes, armor, miniatures, sets, creatures and makeup effects for TV, movies and museums. The company specializes in high-quality replicas of NASA space suits (from helmets to boots), all types of space hardware, and much more.
Goodman Grip Co.
David Goodman is a Key Grip/Gaffer/Chief Lighting Technician supplying affordable independent grip and electric solutions for film, music video, drama, comedy, independent films, short format films, web content, digital content, branded entertainment and broadcast productions.
Helinet Aviation
Helinet Aviation provides premium helicopter services for multiple markets nationwide—serving the motion picture, news, charter, medical, and government industries with unparalleled professionalism and quality.
16303 Waterman Dr., Van Nuys, California, 91406. Phone: 818.902.0229 Fax: 818.902.9278 Email: info@helinet.com
Jet Productions Worldwide, Inc.
A private jet charter broker based at Van Nuys Airport, Jet Productions arranges for rental of all sizes of aircraft from turbo props to Boeing 747’s. Contact Kim Scolari.
Keomah King
Cinematographer / Videographer – High-quality video production – Image N Action Entertainment.
E-mail: kkingofsoul@yahoo.com or call (310) 621-1138.
Location Managers Guild of America
The LMGA is a professional organization of Location Managers, Location Scouts, Assistant Location Managers, and affiliated business members, such as film commissions, location services, vendors, and filming venues.
LSG Sky Chefs
LSG Sky Chefs – Los Angeles, supplies complete meal trays to production companies.
Mercury Ground Support Equipment
MotoArt
MotoArt saves old airplanes and upcycles aircraft parts into functional art and aviation decor, repurposed plane furniture, cowling desks, airplane conference tables and more.
National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB)
U.S. Government authority responsible for maintaining the standards of the US aviation industry. A resource for what actually happened that caused the accident.
Penzing Studios, Germany
Located near Munich, Penzing Studios is a new kind of full-service studio facility for major film & television productions.
Created by experienced producers and filmmakers in 2022, our approach integrates expansive facilities and infrastructure on a former airbase across 270 hectares, traditional arts- and craftsmanship, and expertise with advanced digital technology and AI into a modern, versatile studio equipped to handle the rapidly transforming needs of high-end audiovisual productions.
Propcart Marketplace
Shop over 400,000 props and set dressing rentals from over 80 prop houses on the Propcart Marketplace. Serving Los Angeles, New York City, Atlanta, Toronto, Vancouver and everywhere in between.
Reel EFX, Inc.
Reel EFX, Inc. provides the entertainment industry with a one-stop mechanical special effects house.
Scroggins Aviation Mockup & Effects
Scroggins Aviation offers a variety of Military and Commercial helicopters and Airline cockpits and fuselages.
Set Decorators Society of America
A professional organization for decorators of film, and television.
Shane Steineckert
Pilot & Aviation Consultant.
E-mail SCSPilot@yahoo.com or call (801) 234-0587.
Stover’s Studio Service
Set dressing mover in Los Angeles area. Contact Mike Stover at (818) 414-0897.
Studio Air and Power
At Studio Air and Power, they have been helping customers keep their cool since 1988. From television studios and movie sets to hospitals and computer rooms, their portable air conditioning systems combine maximum versatility with quick, efficient cooling. Regardless of your industry, their experienced professionals speak your language and understand your needs.
Thairapy / Dr. Glen Arnold, PhD
Clinical and Aviation Psychology – Flight Relaxation Training. Dr. Arnold gives an informative, clear and calming advice to those who are afraid of flying. Email: theairapy@earthlink.net
Traveling Space Museum
In 1998, The Traveling Space Museum first thrilled students by bringing full-scale and fully functional simulators into schools and using them as teaching tools. TSM simulators are as much fun to see as they are to operate. Planning an after school program, street fair, industry convention, corporate presentation or theme party? Need a space craft, a lunar rover, a mini jet or space module to make it special? Call (323) 903-5259
Victory Ground Support Equipment
Victory Ground Support Equipment is your resource for aircraft air conditioners, air start units, hydraulic jacks, baggage tractors, boarding stairs, portable GPU’s ( portable ground power units), hangar GPU’s (hangar ground power units), maintenance stands, pushback tractors, and much more.
Women in Aviation
Women had a long and strong history of aviation, with Amelia Earhart’s passion for adventure as one of the biggest inspirations. However, they encountered many setbacks along the way. AeroGuard came up with a comprehensive resource on Women in Aviation. With this anticipation from Boeing and other high-value commercial flight giants, AeroGuard sees it as a good opportunity for women to enter the scene and correct the female underrepresentation in the said industry.
The White Owl Studio
The White Owl Studio offers affordable studio space for film/video, photography, casting, rehearsals, and pop up exhibitions. With a soundproof stage complete with a make-up room, lobby area, and parking, The White Owl Studio can help make your creative idea come to life.
The White Owl Studio, 13133 Saticoy St. North Hollywood, CA. 91605
Email: contact@thewhiteowlstudio.com or call: (818) 658-3460
WonderWorks inc.
WonderWorks inc.™ is a full-service design and production company serving the film, theme park and museum industries whose client list includes NASA, Lockheed Martin Skunkworks, SpaceX Dragon, XPrize, Space Camp, Challenger Center, Spielberg, Lucas, Disney, Universal, G.M., Ford, Chrysler, Rockwell, and the Smithsonian Museum.