
Flying Eyes X Kris “Fungus” Caldwell
The DC-3 Smokejumper Legacy Project will take Kris “Fungus” Caldwell and a team of current smoke-jumpers to Missoula, Montana to fly and jump from the very C-47/DC-3 “Montana” that dropped firefighters at the tragic 1949 Mann Gulch blaze.
Over two shoot days (June 30–July 1), they’ll capture the aircraft’s history, Kris earning his DC-3 SIC checkout, a dramatic multi-camera jump sequence, and if time allows an aerial visit to Mann Gulch itself.
The footage will be crafted into a flagship YouTube episode, short-form social clips, and photo assets, paired with a print feature in EAA Sport Aviation. Flying Eyes is invited to supply eyewear, claim affiliate commissions, and test the partnership on tangible deliverables before potentially backing future, higher-profile shoots aboard carriers, Cobras, and Apaches.
Key Details
Production Date: June 30th - July 1st
Location: Missoula, MT
Aircraft: DC3 “Miss Montana” + Traveller 6000
Key Shots:
Kris Flying the DC3
Interview / Storytelling
Smoke Jumpers skydiving in
Air to Air Shots
Site Visit / Walk
YouTube Inspo
Shown are some of our recent creative work across different industries and specialities. Our goal is to tell stories that create impact, build brand and create excitement!
Primary Social Inspo
Shown are some of our recent creative work across different industries and specialities. Our goal is to tell stories that create impact, build brand and create excitement!

Let’s tell an epic story!
Thank you for taking the time to review this presentation.Beyond excited for what this project will look like.