CNN producer note

wjnichols is a marine biologist and an advocate for ocean life, particularly sea turtles. He flew into the Gulf on July 4 to help with turtle rescue efforts and captured this footage from a small Cessna. You can find out more about wjnichols and his efforts on his personal website.
- rachel8, CNN iReport producer 

Out of all the footage and coverage of this ongoing disaster; This by far is captivating and shows a perspective that most would never see. Excellent work!!!!