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OLL → BZV
Which side of the plane to sit from Oyo Ollombo Airport (Oyo) to Maya-Maya Airport (Brazzaville)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the majestic Congo River and the unique geographical phenomenon of Pool Malebo, where you can see two capital cities, Brazzaville and Kinshasa, facing each other.
Alima River Bend
Just after takeoff from OLL, witness the winding Alima River as it snakes through the dense northern greenery.
Congo Basin Canopy
An expansive view of the world's second-largest rainforest, appearing as an endless deep-green carpet.
The Great Congo River
The flight tracks the river's path, revealing massive sandbanks and small riverine islands during the dry season.
Pool Malebo
The massive, lake-like widening of the Congo River that separates the two closest capital cities in the world.
Kinshasa Skyline
As you descend into BZV, look across the water to see the dense urban landscape and skyscrapers of Kinshasa, DRC.
Sit on the left for the best views of the Congo River. During late afternoon flights, the sun sets to the west, casting a golden glow over the water and the Kinshasa skyline. Avoid the rainy season (October-May) for the clearest views of the forest floor, though the cloud formations can be spectacular.
Oyo Township
A clear view of the urban layout of Oyo and the infrastructure around the Alima River upon departure.
Batéké Plateaux
Observe the transition from dense forest to the rolling sandy hills and high savannas of the plateau region.
Léfini Faunal Reserve
The route passes over these protected lands; look for the deep river valleys cutting through the savanna.
Route Nationale 2
Follow the thin ribbon of the main highway connecting the north to the capital through the rugged terrain.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It provides a better perspective of the inland plateau topography. Keep an eye out for the dramatic 'cliffs' and erosion patterns typical of the Batéké region during the mid-flight phase.
Distance: 344 km (214 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 34 min
Departure: OLL (-1.226666, 15.91)
Arrival: BZV (-4.251699924468993, 15.253000259399414)
Route Type: Domestic
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