DME → SAW

Russian Heartland

Vast stretches of the Russian Steppe and organized agricultural patterns across the Voronezh and Rostov regions.

Black Sea Crossing

A long segment over the deep blue waters of the Black Sea, looking toward the western horizon.

The Bosphorus

The famous strait dividing Europe and Asia, visible as the aircraft maneuvers for the approach to SAW.

Istanbul Skyline

Distant views of the historic peninsula, including the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, during the final approach pattern.

Prince Islands

The cluster of nine islands in the Sea of Marmara, often clearly visible as the plane turns to line up with the runway.

Moscow Outskirts

Aerial views of the Moscow metropolitan area and the dense forests of the Moscow Oblast shortly after takeoff from DME.

Don River Meanders

Bird's-eye view of the Don River as the flight traverses the southern Russian agricultural heartland.

Caucasus Peaks

On clear days, the distant snow-capped peaks of the Greater Caucasus mountain range may be visible to the southeast.

Black Sea Sunrise

During morning flights, the sun rises over the Black Sea, creating dramatic reflections on the water's surface.

Kocaeli Industrial Zone

A view of the industrial and shipping hubs of Gebze and the Gulf of Izmit just before touchdown.