BHM → DCA

Appalachian Mountains

Aerial views of the Great Smoky Mountains and the Blue Ridge range as you cross the TN/NC border.

Shenandoah Valley

The lush, rolling landscapes of western Virginia situated between the Blue Ridge and Allegheny Mountains.

The National Mall

Clear views of the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, and the U.S. Capitol during the final descent.

The White House

A direct overhead perspective of the executive mansion and Lafayette Square just before touchdown.

Potomac River Bend

The dramatic banking maneuver over the Potomac River that aligns the aircraft with the runway.

Talladega National Forest

Dense pine canopies and rugged terrain visible shortly after departure from Birmingham.

Richmond Skyline

The cityscape of Virginia's capital often appears in the distance as the flight turns north.

The Pentagon

An incredible close-up view of the massive five-sided Department of Defense headquarters on final approach.

Old Town Alexandria

The historic waterfront and the tall spire of the George Washington Masonic National Memorial.

Joint Base Andrews

Visible in the distance to the east, often housing the Air Force One fleet.