Passengers will see the lush, mountainous interior and dense tropical rainforests of Guadalcanal as the aircraft climbs away from the coastal runway.
The right side offers superior views of the lush volcanic archipelagos of the Western Province in the Solomon Islands and a dramatic approach over the Owen Stanley Range in Papua New Guinea.
The right side is superior for this short island hop, offering detailed views of the historic Florida Islands and the vibrant coral formations of the Maringe Lagoon upon descent.
The left side offers a more scenic perspective of the iconic island chains and remote atolls north of Makira, including the Three Sisters and Ugi Island, while avoiding the direct glare of the sun on morning flights.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for viewing the rugged southern coastlines and the high mountain peaks of Guadalcanal and Makira (San Cristobal) before the descent into the remote Santa Cruz Islands.
The right side offers superior views of the Florida Islands shortly after takeoff and the stunning turquoise barrier reefs of Santa Isabel Island during the approach to Suavanao.
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the remote island chains of the Solomon Islands and the breathtaking entry into the northern Fiji archipelago.
The left side offers superior views of the neighboring island groups and the historic Ironbottom Sound waters immediately after departure from Honiara.