SSH → DME

Mount Sinai

The jagged granite peaks of the Sinai high mountains, including the biblical site of St. Catherine's.

The Dead Sea

A spectacular view of the turquoise, salt-rimmed waters at the lowest point on the Earth's surface.

Taurus Mountains

Stunning, often snow-capped limestone peaks that define the southern coast of Turkey.

The Black Sea

The deep, dark waters of the Black Sea as the flight crosses from Turkey into Russian airspace.

Southern Russian Steppe

The massive agricultural heartland of Russia, characterized by giant rectangular fields and winding river systems.

Suez Canal & Gulf of Suez

Aerial views of the northern Red Sea and the entrance to one of the world's most important shipping lanes.

Nile Delta Edges

Distant views of the lush green Nile Delta contrasting sharply with the surrounding beige desert sands.

Mediterranean Horizon

A vast blue expanse as the flight leaves the African continent and heads toward the Turkish coast.

Central Anatolian Plateau

The high-altitude plains of Turkey, featuring sprawling agricultural patterns and small mountain ranges.

Moscow City Approach

As the plane descends into Domodedovo from the south, the sprawling urban layout of Moscow becomes visible.