Passengers on the left side will enjoy views of the sprawling Zambian savanna and the southern reaches of Lusaka as the aircraft climbs away from the plateau.
The right side offers a superior view of the massive Lake Cahora Bassa in Mozambique and the iconic, towering massif of Mount Mulanje as you approach Blantyre.
The Right Side (Starboard) is generally superior for this route as it offers sweeping views of Lake Kariba shortly after takeoff and a more dramatic perspective of the Waterberg mountains and the Pretoria urban landscape upon approach.
The left side provides a more dramatic perspective of the Muchinga Escarpment as the plane descends into the valley, offering panoramic views of the South Luangwa National Park's wilderness areas.
The left side provides a spectacular vantage point for Lake Kariba, one of the world's largest man-made lakes, and the striking escarpment of the Zambezi Valley.
The right side offers a superior view of the industrial and geographic heart of the Copperbelt, including the strategic railway hub at Kapiri Mposhi and the impressive mining landscapes during the descent into Ndola.