Takeoff provides a sweeping view of the Sunan district's agricultural landscape and a distant glimpse of the iconic, pyramid-shaped Ryugyong Hotel as the aircraft climbs away from the capital.
The right side offers a superior mix of the rugged North Korean coastline, the unique geographical tri-border area where North Korea, China, and Russia meet, and the scenic bays of the Russian Far East.
The right side offers a superior view of the Chinese coastline, including major metropolitan areas like Shanghai and Hong Kong, followed by the scenic Vietnamese coast and the bustling Malacca Strait.
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the historic Yalu River border crossing, the rugged mountain landscapes of Liaoning, and potential views of the Great Wall during the approach into Beijing.
The right side offers the most iconic views of the Pyongyang skyline immediately after takeoff and a more detailed perspective of the mountainous border regions and the Yalu River.