FRU → EGO

Ala-Too Mountains

Breathtaking views of the snowy Tien Shan peaks bordering Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan shortly after takeoff from Bishkek.

Kyzylkum Desert Edges

The northern fringes of the vast Central Asian desert, showing unique red sand patterns and arid topography.

Caspian Depression

Aerial view of the low-lying plains leading toward the northern shores of the Caspian Sea.

Don River Basin

Intricate meanders and fertile valleys of the Don River as the flight enters the heart of Western Russia.

Black Earth Region

The iconic patchwork of highly fertile agricultural fields that define the landscape around Belgorod.

Bishkek Panorama

A sweeping view of the Kyrgyz capital and its grid-like urban layout against the steppe background during ascent.

Kazakh Steppe

The vast, seemingly infinite golden horizons of the Great Steppe stretching north toward the Ural Mountains.

Volga River Crossing

A major highlight featuring the massive scale of Europe's longest river, typically crossed near the city of Saratov.

Russian Forest-Steppe

The transition from dry plains to the lush, wooded landscapes of the Central Russian Upland.

Industrial Hubs

Occasional views of major industrial centers and transport arteries connecting the Ural region to European Russia.