KVX → LED

Lake Ladoga

The flight path typically skims the southern shore of this enormous lake, providing views of its deep blue waters and rugged coastline.

St. Petersburg Skyline

On a standard approach to Runway 28, the entire historic center of St. Petersburg and the Neva River are visible to the right.

Lakhta Center

Europe's tallest skyscraper stands out clearly on the horizon as you approach the Gulf of Finland coastline.

Vologda City

An aerial view of this historic city, known for its lace and butter, often appearing about halfway through the journey.

Volgo-Baltic Waterway

Watch for the intricate system of canals and locks that connect the Volga River to the Baltic Sea.

Rybinsk Reservoir

A massive man-made sea on the Volga River, visible as a sprawling blue expanse to the south shortly after reaching cruising altitude.

Cherepovets Industrial Hub

One of Russia's largest industrial centers, recognizable by the extensive steel mills and the unique geometric patterns of its urban layout.

Imperial Estates

During the descent into LED, look for the sprawling parks and palaces of Pushkin (Tsarskoye Selo) and Pavlovsk.

Vologda Forests

Dense, seemingly endless taiga forests of the Russian North, which change colors dramatically with the seasons.