NSK → ABA

Putorana Plateau

Unrivaled views of the ancient Siberian Traps, featuring dramatic flat-topped basaltic mountains and deep canyons.

Nizhnyaya Tunguska River

A massive, winding tributary of the Yenisei that carves through the dense northern wilderness.

Endless Taiga

Deep green coniferous forests of the Central Siberian Plateau, appearing like a vast carpet from above.

Angara River Crossing

The flight crosses this mighty river, which is the sole outlet of Lake Baikal, near its confluence with the Yenisei.

Eastern Sayan Peaks

Dramatic snow-capped mountain scenery appearing as the aircraft begins its descent into the Khakassia region.

Norilsk Industrial Landscape

A striking view of one of the world's most remote industrial hubs and massive open-pit mines shortly after takeoff.

Yenisei River Valley

The aircraft parallels this world-class river, providing glimpses of its immense width and remote river ports.

Taimyr Tundra

The stark, treeless beauty of the high arctic landscape before the tree line begins to appear.

Krasnoyarsk Reservoir

The 'Krasnoyarsk Sea' is often visible in the distance to the west as you approach the southern reaches of the flight.

Khakassia Steppes

The terrain softens into rolling grasslands and agricultural fields as you approach Abakan.