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Sinai Peninsula

Spectacular views of Mount Sinai and the jagged red granite mountain ranges.

Gulf of Suez

Clear views of the busy shipping lanes entering the Suez Canal from the south.

Anatolian Plateau

The unique, arid geography of central Turkey, including volcanic plains and salt lakes.

Caucasus Range

On clear days, the distant high peaks of the Caucasus can be seen on the eastern horizon.

Moscow City Skyline

Often provides a glimpse of the 'Moscow City' skyscrapers during the final approach pattern.

Eastern Desert

Aerial views of the stark, mountainous desert terrain between the Nile and the Red Sea.

Mediterranean Coast

The deep blue transition as the flight leaves Egypt and heads toward Turkey.

Taurus Mountains

Dramatic limestone peaks in Southern Turkey, often snow-capped during winter months.

Moscow Suburbs

The dense forests and urban sprawl surrounding Sheremetyevo as the plane descends.