Passengers on the left side will enjoy a striking view of the ancient hilltop city of Mardin and its unique stone architecture as the plane climbs.
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic Anatolian Lake District, including the turquoise waters of Lake Salda and the massive freshwater expanses of Lake BeyΕehir and EΔirdir, while providing a clear perspective of the BozdaΔlar mountain range during the descent into Izmir.
The left side offers a superior visual narrative of Turkey's transition from the Mesopotamian plains to the bustling metropolis of Istanbul, featuring the massive Salt Lake and a better angle for the city approach.
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the historic Mardin hillside during takeoff and the majestic, snow-capped peak of Mount Erciyes during the mid-flight cruise.
While both sides provide a spectacular crossing of the Anatolian plateau, the Right Side offers a superior view of the massive Euphrates reservoir system early in the flight and a more scenic approach over Sapanca Lake and the industrial heartland of the Kocaeli peninsula.