STS → SAN

Mount Diablo

A prominent 3,849-foot peak in the East Bay that serves as a major landmark shortly after departure from Santa Rosa.

Central Valley Grid

The vast, geometric patterns of California's agricultural heartland stretching toward the distant Sierra Nevada.

San Gabriel Mountains

Rugged, often snow-capped peaks that guard the northern edge of the Los Angeles Basin.

Downtown San Diego

The spectacular 'parking lot' approach where the plane flies incredibly close to downtown skyscrapers.

Balboa Park

A bird's-eye view of the California Tower, museums, and lush gardens of the historic park during the final seconds of flight.

San Francisco Bay

Depending on the flight path, enjoy distant views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the dense urban sprawl of the Peninsula.

Monterey Bay

The distinct crescent shape of the central coast, often visible as the plane cruises southward.

Channel Islands

Views of Santa Cruz, Anacapa, and Santa Catalina islands emerging from the Pacific mist during the descent.

Southern California Coast

The continuous line of surf and sand from Malibu down through the beach towns of Orange County.

Point Loma Peninsula

The rugged western arm of San Diego Bay seen just as the aircraft levels out for the runway.