TYN → CSX

Loess Plateau Terraces

Intricate erosion patterns and ancient terraced farming typical of the Shanxi and Shaanxi border regions.

Yellow River Bend

The flight path often crosses the Yellow River near Sanmenxia, showing its silt-heavy, golden waters.

Funiu Mountain Range

Dense forest canopies and rugged peaks that serve as a natural climatic divide in central China.

Dongting Lake

As you descend into CSX, look for the silver sheen of China's second-largest freshwater lake to the west.

Xiang River Valley

The final approach offers a stunning view of the winding Xiang River which flows directly through the heart of Changsha.

Taihang Mountains

The dramatic eastern edge of the Taihang range provides a sharp contrast between the high plateau and the North China Plain.

Zhengzhou Urban Sprawl

View of the massive logistics hub and urban center of Henan province as the flight heads south.

Yangtze River Crossing

A glimpse of the Yangtze River as it winds through Hubei, often visible before the descent into Hunan.

Mufu Mountains

Rolling green ridges that define the border between Hubei and Hunan provinces.

Changsha Eastern Suburbs

Aerial view of the rapidly expanding industrial zones and residential districts of eastern Changsha.