PVG → BAV

Chongming Island

A clear view of the massive alluvial island at the mouth of the Yangtze River shortly after takeoff from PVG.

Nanjing Metropolitan Area

Vast urban sprawl and the northern suburbs of Jiangsu's capital city are clearly visible.

Taihang Mountains

The dramatic eastern escarpment of the North China Plain, featuring steep cliffs and deep valleys.

North China Plain

An endless patchwork of agricultural fields and industrial clusters that define China's breadbasket.

Yinshan Mountains

The towering mountain wall that forms the northern boundary of the Baotou basin, providing a dramatic backdrop for landing.

Suzhou and Lake Tai

Aerial views of the historic canal city and the sprawling northern shores of China's third-largest freshwater lake.

Middle Yangtze River

Multiple crossings of the mighty Yangtze as the flight path cuts through the rich agricultural lands of Anhui.

Songshan Range

Home to the Shaolin Temple, these peaks are visible as the plane traverses Henan province.

Loess Plateau

Intricate, eroded landscapes of the plateau featuring unique terraced farming and yellow-earth canyons.

Baotou Industrial Hub

Massive views of the steel and rare earth industrial complexes on the western side of the city during final approach.