Many people like aerial photos of their home or farm, for family records or nostalgia. Farms cover lots of land, so aerial photos are the only way to show a whole property. It’s also possible to see various features, such as stands of timber, water drainage, and so on.
Many towns have features that are attractive to tourists. Some of these, such as this rail yard, cannot be seen easily except from the air.
Aerial photos are great for brochures that promote tourism.
Sport stadiums are great subjects for aerial photos.
Aerial photos are important for road and bridge construction, to monitor progress, and for traffic management.