During a standard westerly departure, passengers on the left side can see the Brussels city skyline, the iconic Atomium, and the dense urban center as the aircraft climbs away from Zaventem.
The left side offers the most diverse geographic variety, featuring the heart of France, the Pyrenees, the Spanish Meseta, and the iconic crossing of the Strait of Gibraltar.
The right side offers the most dramatic scenery, including a direct crossing over the high peaks of the Pyrenees and a stunning approach over Mallorca's rugged northern coastline.
The right side provides front-row seats to the spectacular volcanic formations of the Hoggar Mountains and the winding Niger River, followed by a panoramic view of the Atlantic coastline during the descent into Cotonou.
The left side offers a superior perspective of the central French landscape, the Massif Central's volcanic peaks, and the most dramatic approach to the Pyrenees mountain range upon descent into Lourdes.
The Left Side offers a superior panoramic view of the Alpine range and the final approach into the Gulf of Hammamet, where the turquoise waters of the Tunisian coast are most visible.
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the diverse landscapes of Western Europe, featuring the French coastline, the transition across the Bay of Biscay, and the rugged northern shores of Spain.
The right side offers a superior mix of diverse landscapes, including the vast sand dunes of the Western Sahara, the dramatic coastline of the Gulf of Guinea, and a stunning view of the Congo River's mouth before landing.
The left side provides the most consistent views of the European coastline including Normandy and Galicia, plus the best perspective of the Desertas Islands on arrival.
The left side offers a superior view of the Mediterranean coastline and the historic city of Tarragona during the final descent, coupled with a dramatic entry over the eastern Pyrenees peaks.
The left side is generally superior for this route because it offers a panoramic view of the Eastern Alps and the Dolomites during the descent, followed by a high probability of seeing the Venetian Lagoon and the Adriatic coast during the approach into Treviso.
The right side offers a superior panoramic view of the European landscape, including the rolling Ardennes, distant views of the Austrian Alps, and a direct crossing over the rugged Transylvanian Alps in Romania.
The right side offers superior views of the German heartland, featuring the Harz Mountains and the most iconic landmarks of Berlin during the low-altitude approach into the city center.