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Blue Mountains

Dramatic sandstone cliffs and the deep valleys of the Jamison and Megalong areas visible shortly after takeoff.

Murray-Darling Basin

Extensive agricultural patterns and the winding river systems of the New South Wales interior.

Menindee Lakes

A striking series of ephemeral lakes that create vibrant blue and green patches against the arid landscape.

The Red Centre

The dramatic color shift as the landscape turns to the deep, iconic ochre sands of central Australia.

Uluru (Ayers Rock)

The world's most famous monolith usually appears on the left side during the descent and final approach to the runway.

Wollemi National Park

The rugged, untouched wilderness of the northern Blue Mountains, home to the ancient Wollemi Pine.

Central West NSW

Views of regional hubs like Dubbo and the vast patchwork of the Wheat Belt's agricultural fields.

Outback Salt Lakes

Brilliant white dry lake beds and salt pans that provide a stark, beautiful contrast to the red earth.

Simpson Desert Fringe

The edge of the Simpson Desert featuring long, parallel longitudinal sand dunes stretching to the horizon.

Kata Tjuta (The Olgas)

While Uluru is on the left, you can often see the rounded domes of Kata Tjuta in the distance to the west.