BWI → ROC

Chesapeake Bay

Beautiful views of the upper bay and its estuaries during the climb out from BWI.

Harrisburg Skyline

The capital of Pennsylvania and the broad Susquehanna River crossing right beneath the flight path.

Seneca & Cayuga Lakes

The two largest and deepest Finger Lakes, appearing as massive blue gashes in the landscape.

Genesee River Valley

The winding river that flows through Rochester, often seen just before landing.

Lake Ontario

On clear days, the massive horizon of the Great Lake is visible as the plane maneuvers to land at ROC.

Appalachian Ridges

The striking folded mountain ridges of central Pennsylvania, showing unique geological patterns.

Allegheny Plateau

Dense, rolling forest terrain that marks the transition from the mountains into the New York border region.

Raystown Lake

A long, winding reservoir nestled in the hills of Pennsylvania, visible shortly after reaching cruising altitude.

Canandaigua Lake

The westernmost of the major Finger Lakes, often visible during the initial stages of the descent into Rochester.