ATL → HOU

Chattahoochee River

Visible shortly after takeoff from ATL, providing a scenic start as the aircraft crosses the Georgia-Alabama border.

Lower Mississippi River

Dramatic views of the massive river's meandering curves and industrial shipping traffic near the Louisiana coast.

Lake Pontchartrain

Glimpses of the vast brackish estuary north of New Orleans and the world's longest bridge over water.

Galveston Bay

Excellent views of the Texas coastline, ship channels, and the Kemah area during the final descent phase.

Gulf of Mexico Horizon

On clear days, the deep blue of the Gulf stretches out to the southern horizon as you cruise over the coastline.

Birmingham Skyline

If the flight path stays north, you may spot the urban center of Alabama nestled in the Appalachian foothills.

Atchafalaya Basin

Views of the largest wetland and swamp in the United States, appearing as a dense, watery green carpet.

Texas Industrial Corridors

Intricate networks of refineries and storage tanks that mark the approach into the energy capital of the world.

Downtown Houston

Depending on the landing direction, the right side often catches a glimpse of the impressive Houston skyline.

Red River Valley

The flight crosses several major tributaries and carved river valleys throughout Mississippi and Louisiana.