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NBC → SVX
Which side of the plane to sit from Begishevo Airport (Nizhnekamsk) to Koltsovo Airport (Yekaterinburg)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior lighting for photography when flying eastward and provides the most dramatic views of the central Ural mountain ridges and the expansive Kama River basin.
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Kama River Curves
Stunning aerial views of the wide Kama River and the Nizhnekamsk Reservoir immediately after takeoff.
Naberezhnye Chelny
A clear view of the sprawling industrial landscapes and the massive KAMAZ plant infrastructure.
Udmurtian Forests
Dense taiga forests stretching across the rolling hills of the Udmurt Republic.
Central Ural Ridges
The transition from the East European Plain to the ancient, weathered peaks of the Middle Urals.
Yekaterinburg Suburbs
The northern residential districts and the Verkh-Isetsky Pond visible during the descent into Koltsovo.
Sit on the left for softer lighting as the sun is typically to the south. In winter, the frozen Kama River creates a striking white expanse against the dark taiga. Watch for the distinct line where the plains end and the Ural foothills begin roughly 30 minutes into the flight.
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Belaya River Delta
The scenic confluence areas where the Belaya River flows toward the Kama near the Bashkortostan border.
Tatarstan Farmland
A geometric patchwork of agricultural fields typical of the fertile Volga-Kama region.
Southern Ural Foothills
The rugged, elevation-climbing terrain of the southern reaches of the mountain range.
Revda Industrial Zone
The heavy industrial complexes and open-pit mines near the city of Revda just before landing.
Yekaterinburg Skyline
Depending on the landing pattern, views of the Vysotsky and Iset towers in the distance to the north-west.
The right side may experience glare during daytime flights as you are facing the sun. However, it provides a better view of the industrial heartland and mining operations that define the Ural region's economy. Keep your camera ready for the Belaya River's winding path shortly after departure.
Book Hotels in YekaterinburgDistance: 555 km (345 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 56 min
Departure: NBC (55.56470108032226, 52.09249877929688)
Arrival: SVX (56.743099212646, 60.802700042725)
Route Type: Domestic
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