MSP → SMF

Twin Cities Departure

Aerial views of the Mississippi River and the southern suburbs of Minneapolis shortly after takeoff.

Nebraska Sandhills

Unique rolling grass-stabilized sand dunes providing a textured landscape across the Great Plains.

Great Basin Desert

The stark, rhythmic patterns of the Basin and Range province across Nevada.

Lake Tahoe

A premier highlight on descent; the massive, deep-blue alpine lake is often visible to the south.

Sierra Nevada Crest

Dramatic granite peaks and alpine wilderness areas of the Desolation Wilderness and Eldorado National Forest.

Minneapolis Skyline

Direct views of downtown skyscrapers and U.S. Bank Stadium depending on the departure runway.

South Dakota Badlands

The rugged, eroded spires and buttes of western South Dakota visible in the distance.

Wind River Range

Views of Wyoming's highest glaciated peaks and remote wilderness areas.

Great Salt Lake

The northern reaches of the lake and the stark white expanse of the Bonneville Salt Flats.

Donner Pass

The historic mountain crossing and the northern Sierra Nevada ridge lines during the descent.