UFA → DWC

Russian Steppe

Expansive agricultural patterns and river basins of the Orenburg region shortly after takeoff.

Caspian Sea Coast

The eastern shores of the Caspian Sea near Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan, showcasing turquoise shallows.

Dasht-e Kavir

Iran's Great Salt Desert, featuring surreal salt crusts and wind-eroded geological formations.

Eastern Zagros

Dramatic mountain ridges that change colors from deep red to ochre as the sun moves across the sky.

Dubai Skyline

On clear days, the distant Burj Khalifa and the city's skyscrapers are visible during the descent.

Western Urals

The southern tip of the Ural Mountains providing a rugged landscape transition in Russia.

Central Caspian

Deep blue expanse of the world's largest inland body of water during the mid-flight crossing.

Persian Gulf Traffic

Heavy maritime traffic including tankers and cargo ships entering the Strait of Hormuz.

Palm Jebel Ali

The iconic palm-shaped man-made island located very close to the DWC flight path.

Jebel Ali Port

The world's largest man-made harbor and its massive container terminals during the final descent.