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Jurmala Coastline

Sweeping views of the white sand beaches of the Gulf of Riga and the Baltic Sea shortly after departure.

Vilnius Surroundings

The green landscapes and winding rivers surrounding the Lithuanian capital as you fly south.

Transylvanian Alps

The Făgăraș Mountains in Romania, containing the highest and most dramatic peaks of the Carpathian range.

Balkan Mountain Range

The central mountain spine of Bulgaria, offering deep valleys and sharp ridgeline views from high altitude.

Istanbul Urban Sprawl

A massive perspective of the dense urban development of Western Istanbul and the Marmara Sea coast during descent.

Riga Old Town

A stunning bird's-eye view of the Daugava River and the medieval spires of Riga's historic center immediately after takeoff.

Masurian Lake District

Glacial lakes and dense forests of Northern Poland as the plane transits through Central European airspace.

Eastern Carpathians

The rugged, forested ridges of the Romanian Carpathians, often dusted with snow during winter months.

Black Sea Coastline

Glimpses of the Bulgarian seaside resorts near Varna as the flight paths toward the Turkish border.

The Bosphorus Strait

On specific landing patterns from the North, this side offers the best view of the water dividing Europe and Asia.