IST → ASB

Black Sea Horizon

As the aircraft climbs away from Istanbul, enjoy the vast, deep blue expanse of the Black Sea to the north.

Greater Caucasus Mountains

The centerpiece of the flight, featuring a continuous chain of jagged, snow-capped peaks separating Europe and Asia.

Mount Elbrus

On clear days, the double-coned peak of Europe's highest mountain is clearly visible rising above the surrounding range.

Georgian Landscapes

View the verdant valleys and high-altitude plateaus of northern Georgia and the Russian borderlands.

North Caspian Sea

A wide-angle view of the world's largest inland sea as the flight transitions from the mountains to the Central Asian steppe.

Pontic Mountains

Follow the rugged, forested coastline of northern Turkey immediately after the departure from Istanbul.

Baku & Absheron

Watch for the Baku skyline and the distinct hook-shaped Absheron Peninsula as the flight crosses the Caspian Sea.

Caspian Energy Hubs

Spot offshore oil rigs and shipping lanes that define the economic landscape of the southern Caspian region.

Kopet Dag Range

During the descent into Ashgabat, these arid, sun-scorched mountains on the Iranian border provide a dramatic backdrop.