PDX → LGB

Mount Hood

Oregon's highest peak is visible shortly after takeoff from PDX, often appearing remarkably close to the flight path.

Cascade Volcano Chain

A sequential view of Mt. Jefferson, the Three Sisters, and Mt. Bachelor as you head south through Oregon.

Mount Shasta

The massive, snow-capped stratovolcano in Northern California dominates the horizon for a significant portion of the flight.

Sierra Nevada

On more easterly tracks, the high peaks of the Sierras and even the edge of Yosemite National Park can be spotted.

Los Angeles Basin

A vast aerial view of the LA sprawl and the San Gabriel Mountains during the initial descent phase into Long Beach.

Pacific Coastline

Deep blue views of the Pacific Ocean and the rugged cliffs of the Oregon and California coasts in the distance.

San Francisco Bay

On clear days, you can often spot the Golden Gate Bridge and the Bay Area complex as the plane crosses into Central California.

Channel Islands

As the plane descends into the LA basin, the islands of Anacapa and Santa Cruz are frequently visible offshore.

Port of Long Beach

A bird's-eye view of one of the world's busiest shipping ports and the historic Queen Mary just before landing.