Smashing Magazine has published samples and links to 75 inspiration photographs. Their article, "The World From Above: The Beauty Of Aerial Photography," contains some of the very best examplars of aerial photography.

The article also includes links to tutorials that explain how to do aerial photography.

Maybe it's just me, but I thought there was some ripping good photography here. Especially the evening shots from the air.

http://www.smashingmagazine.com/2008/12/21/75-eye-catching-examples-of-aerial-photography/