IAH → CAE

Lake Houston

Visible shortly after takeoff from IAH, offering a sprawling view of the reservoir and surrounding suburbs.

Mississippi Delta

Intricate geometric patterns of agricultural fields across the fertile alluvial plains of Mississippi.

Appalachian Foothills

Rolling green hills marking the southern tip of the mountain range as you cross into Alabama and Georgia.

Lake Murray

The 'Jewel of South Carolina' is the primary landmark on the left side during the descent into CAE.

Downtown Columbia

Clear views of the South Carolina State House and the city's urban core during the final approach.

Houston Ship Channel

A massive industrial landscape featuring refineries and large cargo ships near the Gulf Coast.

Atchafalaya Basin

The largest wetland and swamp in the United States, visible as a vast network of dark water and cypress trees.

Mississippi River

Watch for the massive, winding curves of the river, often featuring barges and the infrastructure of Baton Rouge.

Congaree National Park

A dense canopy of bottomland hardwood forest visible just south of the airport during landing.