During takeoff, passengers can observe the industrial outskirts and the winding Elbe river, with the historic Kunětická hora castle visible in the distance to the north.
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the approach into St. Petersburg, providing panoramic views of the Gulf of Finland, the historic Kronstadt fortress, and the city skyline during the final descent.
The left side is superior for this route as it offers views of the Eagle Mountains upon departure and provides a higher probability of seeing the Moscow skyline, including the 'Moscow City' skyscrapers, during the descent into Domodedovo.