ORD → SYR

The Chicago Loop

A stunning perspective of the Willis Tower, Navy Pier, and the dense cluster of skyscrapers in downtown Chicago.

Indiana Industry

The unique industrial landscape of Gary, Indiana, including massive steel mills and the Indiana Dunes National Park.

Lake Erie Shoreline

Views of the Ohio and Pennsylvania coastline, often dotted with cargo ships heading toward the Welland Canal.

Finger Lakes

Dramatic views of the long, narrow glacial lakes like Seneca and Cayuga, famous for their surrounding vineyards.

Syracuse University

The JMA Wireless Dome and the historic campus architecture are often visible during the final turn into Hancock International.

North Shore

Aerial views of Evanston and the affluent residential communities stretching north of Chicago along the coast.

Central Lake Michigan

A vast, deep blue expanse as the plane crosses the center of the lake toward the Michigan peninsula.

Southern Ontario

The geometric patchwork of Canadian farmland and small towns between Lake St. Clair and Lake Ontario.

Lake Ontario Coast

The southern shoreline of Lake Ontario, showcasing the transition from water to the New York fruit belt.

Oneida Lake

Just north of Syracuse, this large, shallow lake is clearly visible during the final approach phase.