Meet InPlaneSight
Formally known as “PlaneSpotting With Pomfus & Mark” – Pete & Mark are the original hosts and creator behind InPlaneSight, an aviation and planespotting channel based in Adelaide, South Australia.
Known for their high-quality aircraft videography and engaging commentary, the InPlaneSight team streams live from Adelaide airport, bringing viewers directly to the South Aussie tarmac. Today, InPlaneSight has an amazing team with new members Adam and Kymbo and when available Mitch and Ali.
The Challenge: A Heavy, Impractical Setup
When InPlaneSight first launched, broadcasting live from the airport was a massive logistical hurdle. The original setup required a folding table, two laptops, multiple extra screens, various audio devices, and a massive battery just to keep the gear running. Lugging the equipment from the car, setting it up, and packing it down consumed a huge amount of time and space. The team knew they wanted to eventually travel and stream from airports all around Australia, but flying interstate with that heavy, complex footprint simply wasn’t practical.
The Solution: Taking Flight with the YoloBox Extreme
The search for a simplified, travel-friendly form factor led the team to explore various switchers, but it wasn’t until discovering the YoloBox Extreme that everything clicked. The Extreme ticked all the boxes, offering an all-in-one solution that was simple to understand and easy to build their entire show around, finally replacing the cumbersome laptops and massive external power stations.
The Setup: A High-End Mobile Broadcast Station
Today, the InPlaneSight rig is a powerhouse of top-tier video and audio equipment, entirely centralized through the YoloBox Extreme:
- Switcher & Encoder: YoloBox Extreme (with Extreme Cage)
- Primary Camera: Sony Alpha 7S III
- Lens: Sony FE 200-600mm with Tilta Nano Zoom Kit
- Camera Support: Neewer Cage & Rail Kit mounted on a NEEWER 74″ Pro Video Tripod
- Audio: RodeCaster Pro 2 mixing 4x Audio Technica BPHS1 Headsets and 1x Rode VideoMic NTG (Ambient Mic)
- Connectivity: Kiloview P3 Mini
- Control Monitors: Lenovo Tablet (Stream Control & Superchats) and Samsung Tablet (Camera Control)
- Power Supply: 3x ZGCine Cinema Batteries (2x 99Wh & 1x 199Wh) powering the Extreme, Audio, and Camera; 6x inio Power Banks powering external devices.
Favorite Features: Seamless Inputs and Custom Overlays
The defining feature for the InPlaneSight team is the Extreme’s ability to seamlessly handle multiple 4K and 1080P inputs. This provides the flexibility to run a stunning single-camera setup or easily introduce two USB webcams for behind-the-scenes angles. Additionally, integrating custom StreamElements overlays directly into the YoloBox has allowed the team to easily achieve a highly professional, branded look without needing a computer. Everything that was previously a headache has been fixed by the all-in-one solution.
The InPlaneSight X-Factor: Authentic, Stress-Free Broadcasting
The magic of an InPlaneSight stream is the “what you see is what you get” atmosphere. The team doesn’t take things super seriously; they love having a joke and chatting about anything and everything with their viewers. Because the YoloBox Extreme handles the technical heavy lifting without the anxiety of complicated routing or software crashes, Pete and the crew can fully focus on enjoying the stream and engaging with the community.
Final Thoughts
“It’s definitely a game changer. The form factor size, the ease of using the device, and the fact it can be stored nicely in a backpack and taken anywhere is just the best thing. It’s powerful enough to do a full production setup if we choose, and we have no stress knowing that everything is going to work properly the whole time.”
— Pete, InPlaneSight
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Zoe is a member of the YoloLiv marketing team with a keen interest in the live streaming industry. Recently completing a Master’s in Media Management, she is dedicated to exploring the dynamic world of live streaming. She is actively learning to write insightful articles that share knowledge and trends in the industry.
