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Aerial photography is the taking of photographs of the ground from an elevated position. The term usually refers to images in which the camera is not supported by a ground-based structure. Cameras may be hand held or mounted, and photographs may be taken by a photographer, triggered remotely or triggered automatically. Platforms for aerial photography include fixed-wingaircraft, helicopters, balloons, blimps and dirigibles, rockets, kites, poles,parachutes,vehicle mounted poles . Aerial photography should not be confused with Air-to-Air Photography, when aircraft serve both as a photo platform and subject.

Aerial photography can produce some very inspirational photographs that provide us a beautiful view of our surroundings from a perspective we never get the chance to see ourselves. In this article I’m presenting 60 stunning and breathtaking aerial photos for your inspiration. Enjoy!