Passengers on the left side can enjoy views of the expanding Ankara metropolitan area and the unique steppe-like terrain of the Central Anatolian plateau during the climb.
The left side offers a more scenic approach into the Thrace region, featuring the urban sprawl of southern Istanbul, the Prince Islands, and the vast Marmara Sea coastline.
The right side offers a superior view of the Black Sea coastline, the dramatic Carpathian Mountains, and the iconic Rhine River approach into Düsseldorf.
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic Zagros mountain ranges in Iran and the striking turquoise contrasts of the Persian Gulf coastline.
The left side provides a superior vantage point for spotting the massive Mount Erciyes volcano and offers a more direct view of the Kahramanmaraş city center and its surrounding mountain basin during the final approach.
The right side offers a superior view of the transition from the high Anatolian steppe to the turquoise Aegean coast, featuring prominent lakes and a stunning coastal approach into Milas.
The right side is slightly superior as it typically offers a clearer view of the massive Salt Lake (Tuz Gölü) during the initial cruise and provides a better perspective of the rugged Taurus Mountain peaks during the descent into the Mediterranean region.
The right side offers a superior view of the transition from the dry Anatolian plateau to the lush, green Köroğlu and Bolu mountain ranges, followed by a dramatic approach over Sapanca Lake.