They probably do not look all that interesting in this small size but when printed large the fine intricate details come to life and that adds another layer of interest to the photos. They are meant to be viewed next to each other as triptich...
To be fair, I think it's good advice for most people to just avoid the situation entirely. I highly doubt the average drone owner knows or considers anything more than the ultra basic things in the TRUST test, if they even took it. I think the...
There are plenty of things to 'spy' on there. It may or may not have been the airport itself. Perhaps they were 'spying' on something more specific like a particular flight, plane (not necessarily a commercial airliner), routine/process...
These guys were clearly in the wrong from what little reporting we have so far so it will be interesting to see what the state charges end up being and the penalties.....before the FAA gets involved. As usual will wait for the details and so far...