IAH → PEK

Houston Skyline

Excellent views of downtown Houston and the sprawl of the Fourth Largest City shortly after takeoff from IAH.

Canadian Rockies

As the plane heads northwest, witness the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the western Canadian mountain ranges.

Arctic Archipelago

Stark, beautiful views of the frozen islands and sea ice in the high Arctic Circle during the mid-flight cruise.

Lena River Delta

One of the world's largest river systems, visible as a massive network of veins stretching across the Siberian tundra.

Yan Mountains

Dramatic ridges and peaks that surround the Beijing basin, often visible during the final descent into PEK.

American Great Plains

A massive patchwork quilt of circular irrigation fields and agricultural geometry across the central US.

Polar Ice Pack

Expansive views of the shifting Arctic ice floes and the deep blue of the Arctic Ocean during summer months.

Infinite Twilight

The unique 'midnight sun' or prolonged twilight effect common on high-latitude polar routes.

Stanovoy Range

Rugged mountain terrain in the Russian Far East, offering dramatic shadows and textures.

Gobi Desert Fringe

The eastern edges of the Gobi provide a stark contrast of arid landscapes as the flight enters Chinese airspace.