DLC → HIA

Jinzhou Bay

Views of the industrial coastline and the unique geography of the Dalian peninsula upon takeoff.

Bohai Strait

The narrow blue channel separating the Liaodong and Shandong peninsulas, often filled with ferries.

Shandong Highlands

Rugged hills and mountainous terrain as the aircraft traverses the heart of the Shandong Peninsula.

Grand Canal

The ancient Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal carving through the landscape during the descent into Huai'an.

Huai'an Agricultural Grid

The perfectly rectangular green and gold farmland patterns typical of the Huai River basin.

Dalian Urban Core

Bird's-eye view of Dalian's skyscrapers and the bustling harbor during the initial climb.

Changshan Islands

Scattered emerald islands in the northern Yellow Sea visible shortly after departure.

Qingdao Shoreline

A distant view of the red roofs and coastal curves of Qingdao as the flight passes the Shandong coast.

Lianyungang Port

Massive cargo ships and extensive docklands visible where the sea meets the northern Jiangsu border.

Jiangsu Water Networks

An intricate mosaic of rivers and aquaculture ponds characteristic of the northern Jiangsu plains.