Taking off from the left side provides a stunning perspective of the Mount Lebanon range and the green-clad hills of the Chouf region as the plane gains altitude. This side offers a dramatic view of Lebanon's rising topography contrasted against the urban southern suburbs.
The right side offers a spectacular view of the legendary Mount Ararat during the final approach into Yerevan, which is widely considered the highlight of this flight route.
The right side offers a superior panoramic view of the Eastern Mediterranean islands, the rugged Balkan coastline, and the most dramatic peaks of the European Alps before descending into France.
The left side offers a front-row seat to the diverse landscapes of the Eastern Mediterranean, including the Lebanese mountains, the bustling Levantine coastline, the Sinai desert, and the lush Nile Delta.
The right side offers spectacular views of the Lebanese mountains upon departure and the most iconic views of the Bosphorus and Istanbul's historic skyline during the landing approach.
The right side offers a superior sequence of coastal vistas, including the Greek islands and the Dalmatian coast, culminating in a full-length view of Lake Geneva during the descent.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the Lebanese mountain range at takeoff, a more direct view of the Greek islands, and the best perspective of the Danube river cities including Budapest during transit.
The right side offers an exceptional view of the Levant's coastal geography, the winding Jordan River, and the dramatic northern shores of the Dead Sea during the descent.
The right side offers superior views of the Levantine coastline, the Suez Canal, and the potential to spot the Great Pyramids of Giza during the descent into Cairo.
The right side of the aircraft is superior for this route as it offers panoramic views of the Greek archipelagos, the Balkan coastline, and a more dramatic perspective of the Italian Alps during the descent into Malpensa.
The right side offers a superior departure experience with immediate views of the dramatic Mount Lebanon range and later provides a vast, colorful panorama of the Arabian Peninsula's unique desert formations.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic Lebanon mountain ranges immediately after takeoff and provides the best angle for spotting the volcanic peaks of Central Turkey and the Moscow skyline during descent.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic ascent over Mount Lebanon, the rugged Turkish coastline, and the iconic Frankfurt skyline during the final descent.