HRG → DME

Sinai Peninsula

Breathtaking views of the jagged red granite mountains, including the area around Mount Catherine.

Gulf of Suez

The northern tip of the Red Sea where dozens of cargo ships queue for the Suez Canal entrance.

Eastern Taurus Peaks

Dramatic views of the high Anatolian mountains which remain snow-covered for much of the year.

Black Sea Crossing

A vast expanse of deep blue water as the flight transitions from Turkish to Russian airspace.

Black Earth Region

The geometric patterns of Southern Russia's fertile agricultural heartland, spanning hundreds of miles.

Moscow Approach

Views of the industrial and residential outskirts of southern Moscow shortly before landing at DME.

Hurghada Shoreline

Aerial views of turquoise lagoons and coral reefs along the Red Sea coast immediately after takeoff.

Eastern Desert

The stark contrast of the golden Egyptian sands against the deep blue of the Mediterranean Sea.

Western Taurus Mountains

The snow-capped peaks and rugged ridges of Southern Turkey as the flight crosses the coast near Antalya.

Anatolian Plateau

The high-altitude plains and volcanic landscapes of Central Turkey, including salt lakes.

Russian Boreal Forests

Dense clusters of pine and birch forests that define the landscape of the Moscow region during descent.