Flyonix, an ambitious prop team from Devon, England, designed a full sized, fully functioning flying TARDIS. The seven-foot tall time machine prop was built out of polystyrene and fitted with 12 remote controlled propellers and motors to facilitate flight. The prop was modeled after the famous machine seen on the hit Sci-Fi show Doctor Who.
Though ultimately blown astray by high winds and smashed to pieces on the ground, the flying TARDIS did achieve flight, soaring high into the sky until the winds hit. This prop, a labor of love from a group of dedicated fans, is a great testament to the fan base. The TARDIS is a symbol of the show, and to have a full sized one that flies, even for just a few minutes, is something to celebrate.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Life-sized Flying Props
- Developing and creating fully functioning flying versions of iconic props from movies and TV shows as a way for fans to engage with the content in a new and exciting way.
- Remote Control Technology for Props
- Designing remote controlled props for movies, TV shows, and fan engagement that are capable of flight, potentially revolutionizing the way props are conceptualized and created.
- Fan-created Props
- Encouraging fans to create their own fully functioning versions of iconic props from media, as a way to create a new level of engagement, community, and interest in the source material.
Where This Applies
- Movie and TV Production
- Developing new techniques and processes for creating props that feature remote-controlled technology and are capable of flight, which could change the way the industry approaches prop production.
- Fan Engagement
- Creating unique and immersive experiences for fans of media by building and showcasing fully functioning versions of iconic props from popular shows and movies, potentially changing the way fan communities and events are organized in the future.
- Prop Manufacturing
- Expanding the possibilities of prop manufacturing, by creating remote controlled and technologically advanced props that are both functional and can be integrated into film and television productions to enhance the overall immersive experience.
