SMF → PHX

Sierra Nevada Range

Stunning views of the high peaks including the eastern face of the Sierras and potentially Yosemite National Park.

Death Valley National Park

Aerial views of the deepest basins and salt flats in North America as the plane heads southeast.

Las Vegas Skyline

A distant but often clear view of the Las Vegas Strip and the surrounding valley's urban sprawl.

Lake Mead

The massive blue reservoir formed by the Hoover Dam creates a sharp contrast against the red desert rock.

Camelback Mountain

A distinct landmark recognizable during the final descent into the Phoenix metropolitan area.

San Joaquin Valley

Geometric patterns of California's agricultural heartland stretching toward the horizon.

Tehachapi Wind Farm

Thousands of white wind turbines dotting the pass where the Sierras meet the Tehachapi Mountains.

Edwards Air Force Base

The massive dry lake beds used for historic aerospace testing and shuttle landings.

Colorado River

The shimmering blue ribbon of the Colorado River marking the boundary between California and Arizona.

Downtown Phoenix

Clear views of the Phoenix city center and the Arizona State Capitol during the approach into Sky Harbor.