PEK → LAD

Tibetan Plateau

Witness the 'Roof of the World' with its vast, high-altitude terrain and frozen lakes during the early stages of the flight.

Dubai and UAE Coast

Glimpse the iconic skylines and artificial islands of the Persian Gulf as you cross the Arabian Peninsula.

Empty Quarter

The massive, rolling orange dunes of the Rub' al Khali desert provide a stark, beautiful contrast to the sky.

Ethiopian Highlands

Fly over the 'Roof of Africa,' featuring deep canyons and jagged peaks that are particularly stunning at sunrise.

Great Rift Valley

Look for the string of lakes and volcanic formations marking the tectonic split of the African continent.

Atlantic Horizon

On final approach to Luanda, the left side provides the best view of the ocean meeting the Angolan coastline.

Taklamakan Desert

View the 'Sea of Death' with its shifting sands and ancient Silk Road routes in Western China.

Tianshan Range

The snow-capped peaks of the 'Celestial Mountains' line the northern horizon during the transit through Central Asia.

Red Sea Crossing

The deep blue waters of the Red Sea contrast sharply with the arid landscapes of Egypt and Sudan.

South Sudan Plains

Vast stretches of savannah and the Sudd wetlands are visible during the crossing into Central Africa.

Congo Rainforest

Look down upon the dense, emerald green canopy of the world's second-largest rainforest, often shrouded in mist.

Kinshasa & Brazzaville

Just before entering Angolan airspace, you may see the twin capital cities separated by the massive Congo River.