IAD → SMF

Lake Erie

Early in the flight, the southern shoreline of the Great Lakes is often visible to the north.

Chicago & Lake Michigan

On a northerly routing, the Chicago skyline and the vast blue of Lake Michigan appear on the horizon.

Platte River

The braided river system that guided pioneers across the Nebraska plains.

Great Salt Lake

A massive, shimmering body of water with distinct colors due to varying salinity levels.

Bonneville Salt Flats

The blindingly white crust of the salt flats is a highlight of the Great Basin crossing.

Northern Sierras

Rugged granite peaks and the Donner Pass area visible during the descent into the Central Valley.

Blue Ridge Mountains

Shortly after takeoff from IAD, enjoy views of the rolling Appalachian ridges.

Mississippi River

The massive waterway serves as a distinct geographic marker dividing the east from the west.

Denver & Front Range

The transition from the flat Great Plains to the sudden rise of the Colorado Rockies.

Canyonlands

Red rock formations and deep carved river beds visible across southern Utah.

Lake Tahoe

Depending on the approach path, the deep blue waters of Tahoe are often visible to the south.

Sierra Nevada Range

A dramatic descent over the snow-capped peaks and dense forests of the Sierras.