SMF → LAX

Sierra Nevada Range

Breathtaking views of the high peaks along the eastern horizon, often snow-capped in winter.

Yosemite National Park

On clear days, you can spot the granite peaks and distant valleys of the Sierra interior.

Central Valley Cities

Aerial views of Modesto, Fresno, and Visalia as the flight tracks south through the heart of California.

San Gabriel Mountains

A dramatic descent over the rugged peaks that separate the high desert from the Los Angeles Basin.

Downtown Los Angeles

Unmatched views of the Wilshire Grand and the skyscraper cluster during the landing pattern.

San Luis Reservoir

A massive, distinct blue body of water located near the golden hills of the Diablo Range.

Agricultural Patterns

Intricate geometric layouts of orchards, vineyards, and farmland stretching across the San Joaquin Valley.

California Aqueduct

A visible engineering marvel appearing as a long, straight ribbon cutting through the valley floor.

Belridge Oil Fields

A vast, industrial landscape of oil derricks and infrastructure near the southern end of the valley.

Santa Monica Bay

If the plane performs a coastal approach, you will see the Pacific Ocean and the Malibu coastline.