JIC → NAY

Qilian Mountains

To the south, the massive, snow-capped peaks of the Qilian range define the horizon during the first half of the flight.

Yellow River Bend

The flight crosses the Great Bend of the Yellow River, where the water carves deep through the arid terrain of the Ordos Loop.

Loess Plateau

Observe the incredible erosion patterns and terraced hillsides unique to this yellow-earth geological formation.

Taihang Mountains

As you approach the North China Plain, the plane flies over the steep limestone cliffs and deep valleys of the Taihang range.

Beijing Outskirts

The approach provides a sprawling view of the southern Beijing megalopolis, including the dense urban grid as you descend toward Nanyuan.

Badain Jaran Desert

Witness the edges of one of the world's most unique deserts, home to some of the tallest stationary sand dunes on Earth.

Yin Mountains

The rugged Yinshan range provides a stark natural border between the Mongolian Plateau and the southern plains.

Hetao Plain

An emerald oasis of agricultural land along the northern loop of the Yellow River, contrasting sharply with the surrounding desert.

Hohhot Cityscape

Aerial views of the Inner Mongolian capital, showcasing its rapid urban expansion against a backdrop of rolling grasslands.