MLA → PIK

Mount Etna

Europe's most active volcano is clearly visible on the eastern coast of Sicily shortly after takeoff.

Italian Coastline

Dramatic views of the Italian peninsula, often passing near Rome and the Vatican City.

Swiss Alps

A spectacular crossing of the high Alps, featuring jagged peaks and deep glacial valleys.

Rhineland

The verdant landscapes of Eastern France and the border regions with Germany.

Greater London

A distant but often clear view of the sprawling London metropolis and its landmarks.

The Pennines

The 'backbone of England' featuring rolling moors and national park scenery.

Lake District

Stunning views of Windermere and the surrounding fells of Cumbria during the descent.

Solway Firth

The coastal border between England and Scotland as the plane enters Scottish airspace.

Gozo and Comino

Aerial views of the smaller Maltese islands and the Blue Lagoon immediately after departure.

Tyrrhenian Sea

Vast blue expanses with distant views of the volcanic Aeolian Islands.

Western Alps

Glaciated peaks of the French-Italian border, including glimpses of the Mont Blanc massif.

Paris Basin

The sprawling urban landscape of the French capital visible on clear days.

English Channel

Busy shipping lanes and the white cliffs of the southern UK coastline.

Snowdonia

The rugged mountains of North Wales as the flight tracks north toward Scotland.

Isle of Man

The distinct shape of the island in the middle of the Irish Sea during the descent.