LNK → ORD

Lincoln State Capitol

A rare skyscraper-style capitol building visible shortly after departure from LNK.

Des Moines Skyline

As the flight crosses central Iowa, look for the golden dome of the Iowa State Capitol and the downtown skyline.

Mississippi River Crossing

The massive scale of the Mississippi River and its industrial barge traffic is clearly visible near the Quad Cities area.

The Chicago Skyline

The primary highlight; the right side often provides a direct view of the Willis Tower and the dense downtown skyscrapers during the final descent.

Omaha & Missouri River

Shortly after takeoff, you can spot the Omaha metro area and the wide Missouri River marking the border between Nebraska and Iowa.

Iowa Patchwork

A bird's-eye view of the vast, geometric agricultural grids that define the American heartland, especially vibrant in late spring and summer.

The Driftless Area

Notice the transition from flat plains to the more rugged, unglaciated terrain of eastern Iowa near the Mississippi River crossing.

Lake Michigan North Shore

During specific approach patterns into ORD, the left side provides a stunning view of the coastline and the blue expanse of the Great Lakes.