Fly-by camera

[Azimech]

In most aerial simulations there is the option to place an external camera floating in a fixed position somewhere in front of an airplane, a beautiful effect as it roars past.

Often they did it in Star Trek as well, with a big SHOOOSH sound.

I miss that in KSP.

Sometimes the camera should be moving with the object in focus with a somewhat speed, otherwise you wouldn't see a thing if it flies by with 2 km/s.

Here's a short video with some fly-by's from my favourite WW2 simulation, IL2 Sturmovik:

And one of the most iconic departures in history:

[Kruleworld]

static position camera...hmm, good idea. it could default to be at the KSP, so you can watch the take-off from the ground.

[GTC]

+1. I play a lot of flight sims and this is a must have!

[Bill Phil]

It would make cinematics a lot easier...

I agree.

[nli2work]

http://forum.kerbalspaceprogram.com/threads/94171