How do I copy pictures from IPad Air to my laptop without using the Cloud?

See this link: Import photos and videos from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to your Mac or Windows PC - Apple Support

http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201302

Import media to a Windows PC

Before importing your media:

• Unlock your iOS device using your passcode, particularly if you've never synced your device with the computer before. Learn more about iOS passcodes.
• Makes sure your iOS device trusts the computer you want to import your media onto. Learn more about "Trust this Computer."

Windows 8: Learn how to import photos and videos from a camera, phone, or DVD (Windows Help)
Windows 7 and Windows Vista: Learn how to get pictures from your camera to your computer(Windows Help)

If your computer doesn't recognize an attached iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch as a camera, and prevents you from importing photos to your computer, learn how to resolve the issue.