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BJV β†’ GLA

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Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior lighting for daytime flights heading northwest and provides stunning views of the Aegean coastline, the high peaks of the Alps, and a scenic approach over the Firth of Clyde into Glasgow.

Left Side Highlights
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Bodrum Peninsula

Immediately after takeoff, witness the turquoise waters of the Turkish Riviera and the intricate coastline of the Bodrum peninsula.

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The Swiss and Austrian Alps

Midway through the flight, look out for the snow-capped summits of the Central Alps as the plane traverses the heart of Europe.

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Greater London

On many common flight paths, you can spot the sprawling metropolitan area of London and the winding River Thames to the south.

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The Lake District

As you head north over England, the rugged mountains and glacial ribbon lakes of Cumbria are often visible to the west.

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Firth of Clyde

During the final descent, enjoy views of the deep coastal waters and the rugged terrain of the Cowal Peninsula leading into Glasgow.

Sit on the left (port side) for the best sunlight throughout the day, as the sun will be positioned to the south. During the final approach into GLA, the left side typically offers the most dramatic views of the Scottish West Coast and the Arrochar Alps if the wind is blowing from the west.

Right Side Highlights
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Aegean Archipelago

Early in the flight, see the Greek islands of Chios and Lesbos dotting the deep blue sea near the Turkish border.

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The Danube River

Spot the winding path of Europe's second-longest river as it snakes through the plains of Hungary and Austria.

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The Low Countries

Views of the industrial ports and the intricate canal systems of Belgium and the Netherlands coastline near the North Sea.

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North York Moors

As the flight crosses Northern England, look for the purple and green expanses of the Yorkshire uplands.

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The Southern Uplands

As you enter Scottish airspace, the rolling green hills and forestry plantations of the border region dominate the view.

The right side is ideal for spotting the sunrise on early morning departures from Bodrum. It also provides a better angle for viewing the North Sea coastline and the eastern English countryside. If the flight takes a more easterly route, you may get a distant glimpse of the Dutch wind farms.

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Route Information

Distance: 3,161 km (1,964 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 43 min

Departure: BJV (37.25059890749999, 27.6643009186)

Arrival: GLA (55.8718986511, -4.43306016922)

Route Type: International

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