KMG → XIC

Kunming Cityscape

Panoramic views of the 'City of Eternal Spring' and the sprawling urban layout shortly after takeoff from Changshui.

Qionghai Lake

The massive, shimmering freshwater lake that borders Xichang, visible clearly during the final approach.

Luoji Mountain

Jagged peaks and glacial remains of the Luoji Mountain National Park situated south of the flight path.

Jinsha River

The upper reaches of the Yangtze River carving deep, dramatic trenches through the Yunnan-Sichuan border.

Wumeng Mountains

Extensive vistas of the rugged mountain ranges that define the border between Yunnan and Guizhou provinces.

Dongchuan Red Lands

Depending on the exact flight path, patches of the famous high-iron content red soil can be spotted north of Kunming.

Xichang Satellite Launch Center Area

The general mountainous region north of the airport that houses one of China's primary spaceports.

Liangshan Valleys

Lush, deep green valleys populated by Yi ethnic minority villages scattered throughout the mountain folds.