CAE → ORD

Appalachian Ridges

Deeply forested valleys and the rugged terrain of the West Virginia wilderness.

Ohio Valley Cities

Distant views of major urban centers such as Cincinnati or Dayton depending on the specific flight vector.

Lake Michigan

A stunning transition from land to the deep blue expanse of the Great Lakes as you approach the city.

Chicago Skyline

Unparalleled views of the Willis Tower, Navy Pier, and the lakefront skyscrapers if the flight approaches ORD from the east.

Gary & Port of Indiana

Industrial coastal views of the southern tip of Lake Michigan including steel mills and shipping docks.

Blue Ridge Mountains

Scenic views of the rolling foothills and the western edge of the Appalachian range shortly after takeoff.

The Ohio River

A clear view of the winding river that serves as the natural border between Kentucky, Ohio, and Indiana.

Hoosier Heartland

Expansive, geometric patchwork quilts of Indiana farmland stretching toward the horizon.

Western Suburbs

Dense suburban development and the massive logistics hubs of the greater Chicago area during the final approach.