LGB → IAD

San Gabriel Mountains

Immediately after takeoff from LGB, you will see the rugged peaks of the Angeles National Forest rising above the Los Angeles basin.

Lake Mead

Visible as a massive blue reservoir amidst the stark desert landscape near the Nevada-Arizona border.

Colorado Rockies

Soar over the high-altitude peaks of the Continental Divide, often snow-capped even in early summer.

Mississippi River

Watch for the winding curves of the Great River as you transition from the Great Plains into the Midwest.

Appalachian Ridges

Distinctive long, parallel mountain ridges of Pennsylvania and Maryland appear shortly before the descent begins.

Grand Canyon

Depending on the specific flight corridor, the northern rim and the vast expanse of the canyon are often visible in the distance.

Meteor Crater

A perfectly circular impact site located in the Arizona desert, easily identifiable from 35,000 feet.

Ozark Plateau

A lush, forested region covering parts of Missouri and Arkansas with rolling green hills and deep valleys.

Shenandoah Valley

During the final approach into IAD, look for the fertile valley tucked between the Blue Ridge and the Alleghenies.

Potomac River

The winding river serves as a landmark for the final approach into the D.C. metropolitan area.