BGW → DXB

Mesopotamian Marshes

The UNESCO-listed Al-Ahwar marshes of southern Iraq, featuring unique water patterns and reed-bed landscapes.

Kuwait City Coastline

A clear view of the Kuwait Towers and the modern skyline of Kuwait City while cruising south.

Arabian Desert Dunes

The vast, undulating orange sands of the Arabian Peninsula stretching toward the horizon.

The World Islands

The man-made archipelago shaped like a world map, visible just offshore during the descent into Dubai.

Palm Jumeirah

Dubai's world-famous palm-shaped island is often perfectly framed during the standard approach into DXB from the west.

Baghdad Urban Landscape

Aerial view of the sprawling capital and the winding Tigris River immediately after takeoff from BGW.

Shatt al-Arab Waterway

The major river formed by the confluence of the Euphrates and Tigris, marking the border region near Basra.

Persian Gulf Shipping

Observation of massive oil tankers and cargo ships navigating the narrow transit lanes of the northern Gulf.

Sharjah Skyline

A close-up view of Sharjah's high-rises and lagoons as the aircraft begins its final approach into the UAE.

Burj Khalifa

On many approach patterns into DXB, the world's tallest building is visible on the left side during the final minutes.