PROJECT OVERVIEW
NHL || 2022 WINTER CLASSIC FPV FILM
ABOUT THIS PROJECT
Sky Candy collaborated with the NHL to create an exhilarating FPV drone video for the 2022 NHL Winter Classic, held at the iconic Target Field in Minnesota.
Our objective was to capture the excitement and action of this highly anticipated event – showcasing both the stunning transformation of the stadium and the intense competition on the ice.
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS
- Client: NHL
- Location: Target Field, Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Event Type: 2022 NHL Winter Classic outdoor hockey film
- Services: FPV drone cinematography, stadium-scale + on-ice coverage
- Style: Sweeping reveals of the venue transformation paired with low-altitude on-ice action
- Goal: Capture the scale and spectacle of an outdoor NHL classic
Our drone glided gracefully through Target Field, revealing the awe-inspiring metamorphosis of the stadium into a winter wonderland – complete with a professional ice rink at its center. The breathtaking footage showcased the impressive scale and meticulous preparations that went into creating a truly unforgettable venue for this outdoor hockey spectacle.
As the drone descended closer to the ice, it provided an unparalleled view of the NHL players showcasing their exceptional skills and fierce determination in front of thousands of passionate fans.
FPV flight made the Winter Classic feel like a single connected experience. Sweeping aerial passes captured the scale of Target Field transformed into an outdoor hockey venue, while tighter ice-level moves delivered the speed and intensity of NHL play. Camera language balanced wide scale-setting reveals with fast, low-altitude action that reads at NHL pace.
Filming an outdoor NHL event at Target Field required tight coordination with the NHL, the venue, and event production teams. Cold-weather considerations, an active ice surface, and a packed stadium all factored into the planning. Flight paths were sequenced to capture the build-up, the game action, and the crowd energy without disrupting the event.
Our pilots hold FAA Part 107 certification and follow written checklists, site-specific risk reviews, and visual-observer protocols on every flight. Stadium-scale outdoor FPV in a live NHL environment requires confirmed airspace, coordination with league, broadcast, and venue teams, and visual observers staged for the entire route.
Sky Candy’s NHL Winter Classic video is a captivating blend of action and atmosphere – celebrating the spectacle of outdoor hockey at one of the league’s marquee events. By offering viewers an unprecedented FPV perspective of both the venue and the game, the piece amplifies the energy of the Winter Classic and creates a memorable visual record. Built for league branding, fan engagement, and social/broadcast distribution.