(above) Baltimore

For the past few months I've been working with a great young company called Troopswap, which connects the U.S. military community with merchants who wish to offer them product deals and discounts.A few weeks ago, we featured a deal for a discounted helicopter tour above Baltimore, Maryland. I was lucky enough to take my first ride in a helicopter, and snap some photos along the way:

Aerial photography is a great way to see the world with fresh eyes. Urban areas impress with their order and sequence, and natural landscapes awe with their raw beauty.  For inspiration, see the amazing work of Yann Arthus-Bertrand, who has been taking photos in flight for several decades.