Passengers on the left can view the historic Seiyun Palace and the dense urban layout of Sayun city set against the dramatic Wadi Hadhramaut cliffs.
The right side offers unparalleled views of the iconic 'Manhattan of the Desert' (Shibam) shortly after takeoff, followed by the dramatic deep-cut canyons of the Hadhramaut region and the vast northern desert expanses.
The right side offers the most dramatic views of the volcanic peninsula of Aden during the approach, including the famous Crater district and the rugged Southern Highlands.
The left side provides an unparalleled perspective of the Hadhramaut mud-brick architecture immediately after takeoff, followed by the rugged peaks of the Sarawat mountains and the vibrant coral reefs of the Red Sea.
The left side is generally preferred as it faces away from the sun for most of the flight, offering better visibility of the Rub' al Khali and the Abu Dhabi coastline upon arrival.