PHX → JFK

Painted Desert & Petrified Forest

Vibrant, multicolored badlands and desert landscapes visible shortly after departing the Phoenix area.

Southern Rocky Mountains

Dramatic views of the snow-capped peaks in northern New Mexico and southern Colorado.

Mississippi River

The massive waterway serves as a distinct landmark as you transition from the plains to the eastern woodlands.

Manhattan Skyline

During the 'Parkway Visual' or typical arrivals into JFK, the left side often captures the best view of the Empire State Building and Central Park.

Appalachian Mountains

Densely forested ridges of Pennsylvania and New Jersey before the final descent.

Sonoran Desert

Rugged terrain and deep canyons south of the flight path during the initial climb.

Ozark Plateau

The rolling, green hills of southern Missouri and northern Arkansas provide a scenic mid-flight texture.

Ohio River Valley

Look for the winding Ohio River which acts as a silver thread through the industrial heartland.

Jersey Shore & Atlantic

On many arrivals, the plane flies out over the Atlantic before turning back toward the Long Island coast.