During an airshow, we often think it's best to have the longest focal length possible. The mind thinks “airplane”, and if possible, framed as large as possible on the picture. Often, it is not worse. Indeed, in presence of the ugliest weather for an enthusiast, namely blue sky and sunshine, you'd better frame tight, at least there will be something interesting to see. Of course, I'm generalizing, but not much…
In Axalp by cons (where environment is unique, literally), everything changes, and the well established concepts you thought control collapse. No more so boring blue sky in the background, say hello to mineral terrain! If you can take a step back, new things are available to you, including a new perspective, and what perspective! Zoom out a bit from time to time and your photos will become troubling or dizziness, while paying a visual tribute to this duality technology / nature…
Some other examples
Savoir Tout Faire en Photographie N°5 et Hors-série, « Conditions Extrêmes », Article et interview de 6p., Éditions Oracom.Patrouille Suisse, Northrop F-5E Tiger II | Swiss Patrol, Northrop F-5E Tiger IISavoir Tout Faire en Photographie N°5 et Hors-série, « Conditions Extrêmes », Article et interview de 6p., Éditions Oracom.Grand Concours Photo 2013 - Bistro-Photo.fr, échantillon de la série finaliste.