During takeoff, passengers on the right side can enjoy views of the Ndola city center and the prominent Levy Mwanawasa Stadium as the aircraft climbs over the Copperbelt.
The right side is the undisputed winner for this route, offering a spectacular, close-up perspective of Mount Kilimanjaro and the diverse geological formations of the East African Rift Valley.
The right side offers the most dramatic views of the Ethiopian Rift Valley lakes and the rugged, high-altitude terrain of the Ethiopian Highlands during the approach into Addis Ababa.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for witnessing the dramatic granite formations of the Matobo Hills and the lush, rugged landscapes of the Waterberg Biosphere during the approach into South Africa.
The right side offers a superior view of the massive open-pit copper mines upon departure from Ndola and a sweeping panorama of the Lusaka city skyline during the final approach.
The left side typically provides the most iconic views of the Central African Copperbelt, including massive open-cast mines and the sprawling urban layout of Lubumbashi upon descent.
The left side offers superior views of the industrial Copperbelt mines and the winding Luapula River valley along the DRC border.