BWI → SEA

Appalachian Mountains

Early flight views of the rolling, forested ridges of Pennsylvania and West Virginia.

Mississippi River

A clear view of the massive waterway dividing the Midwest from the Great Plains.

South Dakota Badlands

Striking eroded sedimentary layers and ancient rock formations visible south of the flight path.

The Bighorn Mountains

Dramatic rising peaks in Wyoming that signal the beginning of the true American West.

Mount Rainier

The 14,411-foot icon of Washington State, often appearing close enough to touch during the descent.

Mount St. Helens

The distinct horseshoe-shaped crater left by the 1980 eruption is often visible to the south.

Baltimore/DC Metro

Immediate views of the dense urban sprawl and suburban Maryland shortly after takeoff.

The Great Lakes

Depending on the specific airway, you may see the southern tips of Lake Erie or Lake Michigan.

The Great Plains

Vast agricultural geometric patterns that create a colorful 'patchwork quilt' effect.

North Cascades

Jagged, glaciated peaks near the Canadian border known as the American Alps.

Mount Baker

A massive, snow-covered stratovolcano visible in the distance to the north during descent.

Seattle Skyline

If the aircraft lands toward the south, the right side offers views of the Space Needle and downtown.