FNC → MAN

Funchal Cityscape

Upon takeoff from Runway 05, you get a direct view of the tiered city of Funchal climbing up the volcanic slopes.

Cabo Girão

One of the highest sea cliffs in the world is often visible as the plane turns north-northeast away from the island.

Bay of Biscay

Expansive views of the deep Atlantic as you cross the bay, often showing heavy maritime traffic heading toward the English Channel.

Cornish Coastline

Depending on the specific flight path, you may see the jagged western tip of Cornwall as you enter UK airspace.

Snowdonia National Park

The dramatic peaks of North Wales provide a rugged backdrop during the initial stages of the descent.

Liverpool and the Mersey

A clear view of the Mersey estuary, the Liverpool docks, and the city skyline just before turning for the final approach.

Ponta de São Lourenço

The arid, easternmost peninsula of Madeira with its unique reddish rock formations is best seen from the right.

Desertas Islands

A chain of three uninhabited volcanic islands located southeast of Madeira, visible shortly after takeoff.

Brittany Coast

If the route tracks further east, the rugged lighthouses and islands of western France may be visible.

The Cheshire Plain

Lush green English countryside and the suburban sprawl of South Manchester during the final landing phase.

The Peak District

Distant views of the Pennine hills to the east as the aircraft aligns with the runway at Manchester.