ROC → TPA

Appalachian Ridgelines

Dramatic views of the folded mountain ridges of Pennsylvania and West Virginia cutting across the landscape.

Shenandoah National Park

The lush green expanse of the Blue Ridge Mountains is visible as you fly over the Virginia/West Virginia border.

Stone Mountain

As you pass through Georgia, look for the massive quartz monzonite dome rising abruptly from the surrounding Piedmont.

Gulf of Mexico Coast

On the final approach, the turquoise waters of the Gulf and the white sand beaches of the Clearwater area come into view.

Sunshine Skyway Bridge

If the flight pattern enters from the south, look for the iconic yellow cables of the bridge spanning Tampa Bay.

Finger Lakes Region

Immediately after departure, look east to see the deep, narrow glacial lakes like Seneca and Cayuga stretching southward.

Chesapeake Bay

Midway through the flight, the massive estuary and its intricate network of tributaries are visible along the mid-Atlantic coast.

Carolina Lowcountry

Stunning views of the intricate barrier islands and salt marshes near Charleston and Hilton Head.

Orlando Area Theme Parks

As the descent begins, you can often spot the sprawling complexes of Walt Disney World and Universal Studios to the east.

Florida Lake District

Hundreds of small, circular freshwater lakes dot the central Florida landscape during the final approach.