From AMM?
Tip: Sit on the right side for takeoff.
Passengers on the right side can enjoy panoramic views of the rugged Jordanian desert plateau and the outskirts of Amman as the aircraft climbs.
Passengers on the right side can enjoy panoramic views of the rugged Jordanian desert plateau and the outskirts of Amman as the aircraft climbs.
The right side provides the highest chance of spotting the Pyramids of Giza during the Egyptian transit, along with the dramatic volcanic formations of the Aïr Mountains in Niger.
The left side offers superior views of the fertile Mesopotamian floodplains, the winding Tigris River, and the unique UNESCO-listed marshes as you descend into Basrah.
The right side offers a superior perspective of the dramatic basalt volcanic fields of Jordan and the iconic Tuwaiq Escarpment cliffs during the approach into Riyadh.
The left side is generally preferred for its views of the eastern Jordanian oases, the striking red sands of the Ad-Dahna desert, and the scenic coastal approach over the Persian Gulf.
The right side is generally superior for this route as it offers the most direct views of the Zagros Mountain foothills and the distinctive circular urban layout of Erbil, including the ancient Citadel, during the final approach.
The left side offers a superior view of the Persian Gulf coastline and the Kuwait City skyline during the final approach, along with interesting desert formations in Northern Saudi Arabia.
The right side offers a superior view of the fertile Tigris River valley and the distant silhouettes of the Zagros mountain range during the final descent into Mosul.
The right side provides the most dramatic visual contrast, featuring the deep blue waters of Lake Habbaniya and the winding Euphrates River valley against the vast Iraqi desert.