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Tip: Sit on the right side for takeoff.
As you depart, you will see the majestic Barisan Mountains and the towering peaks of active volcanoes like Mount Marapi rising above the lush tropical landscape.
As you depart, you will see the majestic Barisan Mountains and the towering peaks of active volcanoes like Mount Marapi rising above the lush tropical landscape.
While both sides offer stunning views of Sumatra's rugged interior, the right side is slightly superior for the final approach into Batam, offering views of the Riau Archipelago and the busy shipping lanes of the Malacca Strait.
The left side provides a spectacular panorama of the Bukit Barisan mountain range and Indonesia's tallest volcanoes, followed by a scenic approach over the Thousand Islands into Jakarta.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic volcanic peaks of West Sumatra shortly after takeoff and the architectural highlights of Putrajaya during the final descent.