SDU → VCP

Sugarloaf Mountain

An unbeatable close-up view of Pão de Açúcar immediately after takeoff from SDU's short runway.

Rio Beaches

Aerial perspectives of Copacabana, Ipanema, and Leblon as the plane turns toward the southwest.

Ilha Grande & Angra

The stunning archipelago of Angra dos Reis with its turquoise waters and dense rainforest islands.

Ubatuba Coastline

The dramatic intersection where the Serra do Mar mountains plunge directly into the Atlantic Ocean.

Campinas Outskirts

Panoramic views of the interior plateau and the industrial landscape surrounding the city of Campinas.

Christ the Redeemer

A distant but majestic view of the Corcovado statue looking over the Guanabara Bay.

Maracanã Stadium

The legendary temple of football is visible as the aircraft maneuvers over the North Zone of Rio.

Serra da Mantiqueira

The rolling peaks of the inland mountain range, including some of Brazil's highest altitudes.

Vale do Paraíba

The industrial heartland of Brazil, following the path of the Paraíba do Sul river toward São Paulo.

São José dos Campos

Home to the Embraer headquarters; you can often spot the airfield and manufacturing plants from cruising altitude.