ORD → BOI

Mississippi River

The massive waterway marking the border between Illinois and Iowa shortly after takeoff.

Black Hills

In the distance to the north, the dark, forested silhouettes of western South Dakota.

Bighorn Mountains

Stunning snow-capped peaks in north-central Wyoming that provide the first major mountain views.

Yellowstone Perimeter

Views of the Absaroka Range and the vast volcanic plateau of the world's first national park.

Central Idaho Wilderness

The rugged, roadless expanses of the Salmon-Challis National Forest during the final approach.

Boise Skyline

Often visible on the right-hand side during the standard approach pattern into BOI from the east.

Chicago Suburbs

Aerial view of the sprawling grid system and suburbs surrounding O'Hare upon departure.

Iowa Farmland

Geometric patterns of the American heartland and the winding Des Moines River.

Platte River Valley

The historical route of the Oregon Trail visible as a braided river system through Nebraska.

Laramie Mountains

The northern edge of the Front Range rising out of the high plains in Wyoming.

Snake River Plain

The distinct volcanic basalt flows and agricultural circles as you descend into Boise.