PDX → EWR

Mount St. Helens

Visible shortly after departure, offering a clear view of the horseshoe-shaped crater from the 1980 eruption.

Mount Rainier

The massive, glaciated peak looms to the north as the flight traverses the Washington-Oregon border.

Glacier National Park Area

Depending on the flight path, the rugged peaks of the Northern Rockies and the Canadian border are visible.

Lake Michigan

Crossing the northern tip or central part of the lake provides vast views of the deep blue water.

Manhattan Skyline

During the final descent into Newark, the left side typically gets a panoramic view of the New York City skyscrapers.

Mount Hood

Oregon's tallest peak is spectacularly close on the right side during the initial climb from PDX.

Columbia River Gorge

Follow the winding river and the high cliffs of the gorge as the plane heads east.

High Desert & Badlands

Observe the striking transition from lush evergreen forests to the arid landscapes of Eastern Oregon.

Chicago & O'Hare

Flights often pass just north of Chicago, offering views of the city's grid and the busy airport hub.

Statue of Liberty

On specific landing patterns from the south, the Statue of Liberty and New York Harbor are visible just before touchdown.