PHX → HMO

South Mountain Park

Immediately after takeoff, view the expansive municipal park and its rugged desert ridges framing Phoenix.

Picacho Peak

A prominent and iconic volcanic rock spire located between Phoenix and Tucson, rising sharply from the desert floor.

Tucson & Catalina Mountains

Aerial views of Arizona's second-largest city flanked by the dramatic 9,000-foot Santa Catalina Mountains.

Santa Rita Mountains

Home to Mount Wrightson, these mountains provide a stark contrast to the surrounding desert lowlands.

Nogales Border

The distinct line and density change where Nogales, Arizona meets Nogales, Sonora at the international boundary.

Sierra Estrella Range

Rugged mountains southwest of Phoenix, often passed shortly after departure from Sky Harbor.

Baboquivari Peak

A sacred and distinctive granite monolith that stands out significantly on the horizon to the west of the flight path.

Sonoran Desert Wilderness

Vast, untouched expanses of the Tohono O'odham Nation and Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument regions.

Gulf of California Horizon

On very clear days at cruising altitude, the blue glimmer of the Sea of Cortez may be visible in the far distance.

Hermosillo Foothills

The rugged, arid hills that surround Hermosillo as the plane begins its final descent into the city.