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Tip: Sit on the left side for takeoff.
Passengers can view the winding Tigris River and the sprawling urban landscape of Baghdad as the aircraft climbs to the southeast.
Passengers can view the winding Tigris River and the sprawling urban landscape of Baghdad as the aircraft climbs to the southeast.
The right side offers the most dramatic transition from the Mesopotamian plains to the snow-capped Taurus Mountains and the iconic Bosphorus crossing during the final approach to Istanbul.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the most iconic landmarks of this route, including the unique turquoise waters of the Dead Sea and the dramatic transition from desert to the lush Nile Delta, with a prime opportunity to spot the Pyramids of Giza during the descent into Cairo.
The right side offers a superior view of the Arabian Peninsula's urban development, including the skyline of Kuwait City and the world-famous Dubai high-rises on the final approach into Sharjah.
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the turquoise waters of the Persian Gulf, the coastal skylines of the Arabian Peninsula, and the intricate archipelago of islands surrounding Abu Dhabi upon arrival.
The right side provides the most dramatic views of the Euphrates River shortly after takeoff and the most iconic perspective of the Beirut city skyline and the Mount Lebanon range upon arrival.
The right side offers a superior view of the Mesopotamian Marshes, the Kuwaiti coastline, and the iconic artificial islands of Dubai during the descent.
The left side offers a superior perspective of the dramatic Taurus Mountains and the stunning contrast between the rugged Turkish interior and the turquoise Mediterranean coast.
The left side offers a superior view of the historic Tigris River, the unique Mesopotamian Marshes, and a stunning perspective of the Doha skyline and artificial islands upon arrival.
The right side offers a front-row seat to the most dramatic geographical features of the region, including the rugged Zagros range and the iconic snow-capped peak of Mount Ararat.
The right side offers a superior view of the winding Tigris River and the dramatic, snow-capped peaks of the Taurus Mountains as you transition from the Mesopotamian plains into the rugged Turkish highlands.
The left side offers superior views of the historic Mesopotamian marshes, the confluence of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, and the vibrant coastline of Kuwait and the northern Persian Gulf.
The left side offers the most consistent scenic value, providing a stunning aerial perspective of the Tigris River upon departure, superior lighting for photography as you head north, and prime views of the Carpathian mountain range.