PEN → BTJ

Penang Bridge

Aerial view of the massive bridge connecting Penang Island to the Malaysian mainland shortly after takeoff.

Barisan Mountains

The rugged volcanic backbone of Sumatra appearing as a dramatic wall of green as you reach the Indonesian coast.

Leuser Ecosystem

Dense, ancient tropical rainforest canopy belonging to one of the world's most biodiverse national parks.

Aceh River Basins

Intricate river systems winding through the lush valleys of the Aceh province during the final descent.

George Town Skyline

Views of the UNESCO World Heritage city and the prominent Komtar tower during the initial climb.

Malacca Strait Traffic

Dozens of massive cargo ships and tankers navigating one of the world's busiest maritime chokepoints.

Pulau Weh

A distant glimpse of Indonesia's northernmost island and its surrounding turquoise waters on a clear day.

Andaman Sea Coastline

The white sandy beaches and rocky outcrops of the northern tip of Sumatra as the plane turns for its final approach.