IEV → KUT

Kiev Historic Center

Aerial views of the Pechersk Lavra and the monumental Motherland Monument shortly after takeoff from Zhuliany.

Dnieper River Bends

The wide, winding Dnieper River with its numerous islands and sandbanks cutting through the Ukrainian landscape.

Central Steppe

Vast agricultural mosaics of central and southern Ukraine, showing distinct seasonal colors from gold to deep green.

Greater Caucasus Range

Breathtaking views of Europe's highest peaks, including the distant white summits of Mount Elbrus on clear days.

Imereti Lowlands

The lush, green transition into the Kutaisi region characterized by traditional Georgian villages and vineyards.

Southern Kiev Suburbs

Detailed views of the residential districts and the expanding urban sprawl of the Ukrainian capital's southern edge.

Black Sea Expanse

A long segment over the deep blue waters of the Black Sea, often seeing cargo ships on the maritime routes below.

Poti Harbor

The industrial port of Poti and the mouth of the Rioni River where it meets the sea at the Georgian coast.

Kolkheti National Park

The unique wetlands and swamp forests of the Kolkheti lowlands visible during the initial descent phase.

Lesser Caucasus

The softer, more forested ridges of the Lesser Caucasus Mountains to the south as the plane aligns for the Kutaisi runway.