Kermit Weeks & Fantasy of Flight
Kermit Weeks is an aviator, aircraft designer, author, and one of the most passionate collectors of vintage planes in the world. He started building model airplanes as a kid and went on to study aeronautical engineering in college. By his early twenties, he was designing and flying his own aerobatic aircraft, earning over 20 medals and winning the U.S. National Aerobatic Championships twice. His love for aviation eventually led to restoration, and in 1985, he opened the Weeks Air Museum. After Hurricane Andrew hit in 1992, he relocated the collection and created Fantasy of Flight, an immersive aviation experience built to inspire imagination and personal discovery.
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Today, Kermit cares for more than 140 beautifully restored aircraft, many of them rare and still flying, from iconic P-51 Mustangs to a massive Short Sunderland flying boat. He is the largest private vintage aircraft collector in the world. But he's more than a collector. He’s a storyteller, a mentor, and someone who sees flight as a lens for exploring growth, courage, and purpose. These are qualities that mirror our aviatrix, Hazel Raines, and live at the core of INTO THE BLUE.
Nalgine
Nalgene has long stood for exploration, adventure, and environmental consciousness—values that align deeply with the mission behind Into the Blue. As part of our sustainability initiative to reduce single-use plastics on set, Nalgene generously provided reusable water bottles for our entire cast and crew. This simple yet meaningful partnership allows us to take tangible steps toward greener filmmaking, reminding us that care for the planet begins with everyday choices. Just as Hazel Raines broke boundaries in the skies, we aim to honor her pioneering spirit by pushing boundaries on the ground—making filmmaking not only inspiring but responsible.
Vendors on Victory
Vendors on Victory, an antique store in Savannah, became an invaluable part of INTO THE BLUE, thanks largely to its owner, Dave, and his son Tucker. He donated the majority of our props and period-specific set dressing. Dave and Tucker worked closely with our production design team from the very beginning, helping us determine which pieces truly fit the period, guiding our research, and sourcing items with our production design team. Tucker joined the crew as a set dresser. Dave has supported this team of filmmakers through every project, and his generosity and encouragement carried us through this entire process. His belief in our work and in the people making it made a lasting impact on the film.
S.E.P.S
S.E.P.S., a Savannah-based full production solutions company, was instrumental in the making of INTO THE BLUE. Providing support across production with local connections, their team helped us navigate resources in both Orlando and Savannah. All of our production gear was sourced through S.E.P.S., and their reliability and expertise ensured our production ran smoothly from start to finish. Their support was foundational to the success of the film.
KaliCollection
KaliCollection, an Atlanta-based vintage and contemporary costume house, was a key creative collaborator on INTO THE BLUE. Working closely with our producer and costume designer, Layne Brightwell, their team helped source costumes that brought authenticity, texture, and intention to every character. With access to an expansive collection of garments, vintage textiles, trims, and specialty materials, KaliCollection made it possible to create unique and period-specific pieces. Their collaboration elevated the costume design and helped make our costumes look their very best.