The left side offers a clear view of the urban landscape of Cheboksary and the scenic banks of the Volga River during the climb.
The right side offers a superior perspective of the massive Lake Ladoga during descent and typically provides a more iconic view of the St. Petersburg city center and the Neva River delta during the final approach to Pulkovo.
The left side offers superior views of the expansive Volga River at departure and a better angle for the scenic approach into Domodedovo, capturing the southern Moscow forest belts and the Pakhra river valley.