Hellcat Productions, LLC

01/16/2026

“Life has no meaning except that which we give it.”
Charles Lindbergh

Meaning is built through service, commitment, and moments that shape a life. We are proud to capture stories filled with purpose, honor, and lived experience so they are never lost.

01/13/2026

Just can't get too many of these shots. Here is a look at the Sneak Pass combo from April 2025. It's amazing how good they already were that early in the season. #5 #6

01/12/2026

Behind the scenes moments tell the story too!

In this short clip, Frank Zastoupil reflects on what it was like having microphones and cameras everywhere during the filming of the Blue Angels documentary. No off switch. Just constant awareness while doing an already demanding job.

As Frank puts it, the experience “made us as a Team a lot tighter.”

It is a powerful reminder that sharing the pressure and the responsibility can strengthen trust and connection. These are the moments we love capturing at Hellcat Hangar!

Here's another clip from the post Blue Angels Documentary panel discussion. This time featuring MAJ Frank 'Chomps' Zastoupil as he recounts the challenges wi...

01/10/2026

Late July in Key West, what a perfect time for a CQ Det! 46 years ago...where did the time go?

01/09/2026

Flighthand Friday!

This Flighthand Friday video was recorded during the rollout of the film Devotion, which tells the true story of Jesse Brown, the first African American Naval Aviator. As part of the release, a gala was held at the National Naval Aviation Museum and attended by cast members along with family members connected to the real events behind the film.

We were fortunate to record a panel discussion that included JD Dillard, director of Devotion, Bruce Dillard, former Blue Angels Events Coordinator #8, and JD’s father, as well as Donnie Cochran, former three time Blue Angel pilot.

While this post features a Flighthand photo of Bruce, the story belongs to everyone in the room, honoring the legacy of service, sacrifice, and aviation history they collectively represent.

At Hellcat Productions, we are grateful to help document and preserve these conversations that connect past, present, and future generations of naval aviation.

Tune in here for this fascinating discussion: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_hhy9YtWVs&t=4s

01/08/2026

Well, it's a bittersweet day for local fans of the Blue Angels. As you already know, the team departed for El Centro to begin winter training and make the 2026 team the best demonstration team in the world. Here is what it looked like!

The annual trek to El Centro for the US Navy Flight Demonstration Team's winter training.

01/05/2026

Monday Blues feels a little different this week as the 2026 Team prepares to depart Pensacola for winter training in El Centro.

In this Sea Stories episode, CDR Fay reflects on his time with the Blue Angels Team and what life was like serving as Executive Officer. A thoughtful look back at leadership, teamwork, and the moments that shape a season before the next one begins.

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CDR Fay talks about life on the Blues as an Executive Officer.

12/31/2025

A new year ahead and the same love for telling meaningful stories!

Storytelling is at the heart of everything we do at Hellcat Productions. We are grateful for every story we get to tell, every moment we get to capture, and every connection that comes from sharing them.

Thank you for following along, supporting our work, and being part of the journey. We are excited to keep doing what we love in 2026 and hope to see you there!

12/29/2025

As we close out the year, we’re taking a look back at where our Sea Stories began!

This pilot episode, filmed almost a year ago, introduced the creative minds behind the series. David Van Der Like, retired US Navy pilot and retired airline pilot, and Ben Van Der Like, an active Chief Mate in the Merchant Marines, set out to merge two worlds they know well aviation and maritime.

From the start, Hellcat Hangar Sea Stories has focused on story driven episodes that are both engaging and educational. Drawing from a wide network of storytellers, the series shares voices and experiences that are rarely heard, from TOPGUN graduates to harbor pilots and many perspectives in between.

This early episode also captures progress on the Hellcat Hangar mural by Daniela, a look at a rare piece of naval history with Hill Goodspeed, Deputy Director of the National Naval Aviation Museum, and a conversation with Dr. Judy Bense, President Emeritus of the University of West Florida, on the history and importance of Pensacola Bay and the Port of Pensacola.

Tune in below!

Collection of short stories and videos about aviation and maritime experiences.

12/24/2025

Merry Christmas from Hellcat Productions!

This season, we’re grateful for the stories shared, the history preserved, and the people who trust us to help tell them. These stories remind us who we are and why they matter.

Wishing you a very Merry Christmas!

12/22/2025

Monday blues? We have a better kind!

Former Blue Angels Solo Pilot Keith Hoskins sits down to share his favorite air show memories and what it truly meant to wear the Blue and Gold. From the sound of the jets to the pride of representing the Navy and Marine Corps his stories are a reminder of why the Blue Angels Team continues to inspire generation after generation.

Watch the full interview below in our latest Hellcat Productions Sea Stories Solos.

Judge looks back and remembers the importance of the Pensacola Beach flyovers on Sundays.

12/19/2025

“I always felt the mission of the Blue Angels was to inspire folks to be a part of something greater than themselves.”

In this video, Scott Goossens, a former Blue Angel, shares what that mission has meant to him and how the idea of serving something larger than yourself continues to resonate long after wearing the uniform. Stories like this are why we do what we do at Hellcat. We are constantly inspired by the experiences, reflections, and voices of those who have lived it.

Watch the full video by clicking here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ltd35Vfs1tY