MCT → ZRH

Omani Coastline

Dramatic views of the rugged Al Hajar Mountains meeting the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Oman immediately after takeoff.

Mesopotamian Marshes

The unique ecosystem of the Tigris-Euphrates river system in southern Iraq, visible as a patch of green and blue in the desert.

Taurus Mountains

The southern ridges of the Taurus range in Turkey, featuring sharp limestone peaks and deep valleys.

Sofia & Vitosha

The Bulgarian capital city and the massive dome-shaped Vitosha Mountain rising right beside it.

Swiss Alps Panorama

A breathtaking sequence of snow-capped peaks, including the Eiger and Jungfrau massifs, as the plane descends toward Zurich.

Lake Zurich

Aerial views of the long, narrow lake and the gold coast suburbs during the final approach to runway 14.

Zagros Mountains

Across the Persian Gulf, the massive folded mountain belts of Iran are visible with their distinct geological stripes.

Lake Van

Turkey's largest lake, famous for its deep blue soda water and surrounding volcanic peaks like Mount Süphan.

Carpathian Mountains

The dense, forested arcs of the Romanian Carpathians, offering a lush contrast to the earlier desert landscapes.

Budapest & The Danube

If the flight path crosses Hungary, the 'Pearl of the Danube' and its iconic bridges can be spotted clearly.

Vienna

The Austrian capital and the surrounding Vienna Woods are often visible shortly before entering Swiss airspace.