Getting high while traveling
By Rey mos
30 May 2009
I HAVE A MIX OF EMOTIONS traveling by air. It is a tiring occasion queuing for all the security gates and inspection (while carrying your allowable hand-carry luggage) as well as an exciting experience to reach the final destination.
After what happened on the 11th September 2001, air travel is becoming a stressful journey which more strict regulations to follow for the security and safety of the passengers. On the other hand, especially for long flights, it is also a rewarding experience to enjoy the amenities offered by the airlines.
Maybe for some people, after taking off and before touching down of the airplane are bit scary time for travelling, but personally I consider it as the best moment to capture the landscape below. Since I always ask for window seat, I have the opportunity to take some rare images of the ground despite the double glass panels of the plane windows. The objects below are so near but yet they're very far! The clouds are welcoming as if I can walk and jump on them effortlessly.
The photos shown below were taken between 2006 and 2008. The longest trip I had before is 17 hours which give me the opportunity to admire the airspace, including the time difference between continents when the day and night meet.
2 responses
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Staale Laastad said (30 May 2009):
Great shots and thoughts Rey, i like this article all in all.
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Mat Ranson said (2 Jun 2009):
A nice set of photographs! I personally think the shots where you can't see parts of the aeroplane work best!
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