I had seen the video. But nothing could simulate what I saw from inside an aircraft 300 yards from the coastline. Start the day smarter. Get all the news you need in your inbox each morning.

Soar over the heart of the entertainment capital, Hollywood, with stunning drone footage that showcases the iconic landmarks, ...

So basically if you live in LA or Las Vegas and are using the Maps app in Windows 8, or the Birds Eye view in the browser-based Bing Maps, be aware of these rather obvious gaps in the images.