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Tip: Sit on the left side for takeoff.
During takeoff, passengers on the left side can see the historic Heliopolis district and the vast urban expanse of Cairo as the aircraft climbs away from the desert toward the Nile Delta.
During takeoff, passengers on the left side can see the historic Heliopolis district and the vast urban expanse of Cairo as the aircraft climbs away from the desert toward the Nile Delta.
The right side is significantly more scenic, offering a rare aerial perspective of the Giza Pyramids and the Step Pyramid of Saqqara minutes after takeoff, followed by the stark beauty of the Western Desert.
The right side offers an unparalleled sequence of ancient Egyptian monuments, including the Giza Pyramids and the Saqqara Necropolis, shortly after takeoff, followed by the dramatic contrast of the Western Desert.
The right side offers an unbeatable approach into Geneva, providing panoramic views of the entire crescent-shaped Lake Geneva and the Swiss Alps, along with a chance to see the Nile Delta shortly after takeoff.
The right side of the aircraft offers a front-row seat to the most dramatic landscapes on Earth, including the expansive Arabian deserts, the southern slopes of the Himalayas, and the lush karst topography of Southern China.
The Left Side is the superior choice for this route, primarily because it offers a front-row seat to the 'Roof of Africa'—Mount Kilimanjaro—and the towering peaks of Mount Kenya. The descent into Dar Es Salaam also provides stunning views of the Indian Ocean coastline from this side.
The right side is generally superior for this route as it offers a rare opportunity to see the Pyramids of Giza shortly after takeoff from Cairo, followed by a stunning parallel view of the Nile River and the vibrant coral reefs of the Red Sea.
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic high mountains of the Sinai Peninsula, the sparkling Gulf of Aqaba, and the unique salt-rich landscapes of the southern Dead Sea before crossing the vast Arabian desert sands.
The right side offers a superior sequence of landmarks, from the lush Nile Delta and the rugged Greek Peloponnese to the dramatic Italian coastline and a prime view of the Barcelona city skyline upon arrival.
The right side is superior for this route as it provides a front-row seat to the Giza, Saqqara, and Dahshur pyramid complexes immediately after takeoff, followed by the striking contrast between the lush Nile Valley and the Western Desert dunes.
The left side offers a superior sequence of iconic landmarks, including the Italian coastline, the Eternal City of Rome, the turquoise French Riviera, and the majestic Mont Blanc massif.
The right side is superior for this route as it typically offers an iconic view of the Giza Pyramids shortly after takeoff from Cairo and provides a more direct perspective of the Sahara's dramatic dune patterns.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the lush Nile Delta immediately after departure, followed by the rugged coastlines of the Mediterranean, Southern Europe, and the scenic entry into North America over the Canadian Maritimes.