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Tip: Sit on the left side for takeoff.
Passengers can observe the transition from the lush Belgrad Forest to the vast expanse of the Black Sea during the initial climb.
Passengers can observe the transition from the lush Belgrad Forest to the vast expanse of the Black Sea during the initial climb.
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic Anatolian landscape, the legendary snow-capped peak of Mount Ararat, and a clear view of the Caspian coastline before descending into the Tashkent oasis.
The right side of the aircraft offers a more diverse geographic landscape, starting with the striking Black Sea coastline before traversing the dramatic Carpathian Mountains and the jagged High Tatras of Slovakia.
The left side offers a more dramatic perspective of the high-altitude peaks within the Southern Carpathians and the stunning High Tatra range, followed by better odds for a view of the Warsaw skyline on approach.
The left side offers a superior view of the rugged Balkan Mountains and a spectacular entry into the Austrian Alps, providing a close-up look at the Dachstein massif and the Untersberg during the final approach.
The right side offers a spectacular aerial view of the Bosphorus Strait upon departure and distant views of the Caucasus Mountains as the flight heads north across the Black Sea.
The left side offers a continuous panorama of the Black Sea coastline and a dramatic entry into Georgia with the Greater Caucasus mountains visible on the horizon.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the most dramatic landscapes, including the high peaks of the Caucasus and the spectacular snow-capped Tianshan range during the descent into Urumqi.
The right side of the aircraft offers the most dramatic scenery, including views of the Italian coast, the volcanic peaks of Sicily, and the spectacular cliffside approach into the City of Bridges.
The right side of the aircraft typically offers a superior view of the Istanbul metropolitan area shortly after takeoff and a better perspective of the Central Anatolian plateaus and Sivas city during the final descent.
The left side is superior for this westward journey as it provides a front-row seat to the dramatic transition from the Greek peninsulas to the North African coastline and the Atlas Mountains.
The right side of the aircraft offers a more diverse geographic display, featuring the dramatic Carpathian and Tatra mountain ranges followed by the scenic transition from the Baltic Sea into the Danish archipelago.
The right side provides a panoramic view of the Mesopotamian plains and the best angle to see the King Fahd Causeway, the bridge connecting Saudi Arabia to Bahrain, during the descent.