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Mt. St. Helens

Unrivaled views of the north-facing crater and the blast zone from the 1980 eruption shortly after takeoff.

Mt. Adams

A massive, glacier-capped stratovolcano that appears remarkably close as the plane heads east-northeast.

Mt. Rainier

Washington's highest peak is clearly visible on the northern horizon, towering above the surrounding forest.

Columbia River Bends

Watch the mighty Columbia River wind through the high desert plateau as the terrain transitions from green to gold.

Channeled Scablands

Unique basalt coulees and dry falls carved by ancient glacial floods, visible during the descent into Spokane.

Mt. Hood

The flight path passes extremely close to Oregon's tallest peak, offering intimate views of its jagged summit and glaciers.

Columbia River Gorge

Look down into the deep basalt canyons and forested ridges that define the border between Oregon and Washington.

Mt. Jefferson

Further south, the sharp, pointed peak of Mt. Jefferson is visible against the horizon on clear days.

Wind Farm Arrays

Massive clusters of wind turbines along the Columbia Plateau near Boardman and Arlington appear like toy models below.

Palouse Hills

The rolling, agricultural hills of the Palouse region begin to emerge as you approach the Spokane area.