UYN → PEK

Mu Us Desert Edge

The transition zone where the sandy dunes of the desert meet the rugged terrain of northern Shaanxi.

Northern Taihang Ridges

Dramatic mountain peaks and deep limestone valleys that define the border between Shanxi and Hebei.

The Great Wall

Clear views of the Ming-era Great Wall snaking across the mountain ridges near Badaling and Juyongguan.

Guanting Reservoir

A massive reservoir surrounded by mountains, serving as a key landmark during the descent into Beijing.

Olympic Park Distant View

On clear days, the Bird's Nest and Water Cube are visible during northern arrival patterns.

Loess Plateau Terraces

Unique agricultural patterns and deep silt canyons characteristic of the Shaanxi and Shanxi provinces.

Yellow River Loop

The majestic 'Great Bend' where the river carves through the plateau at the Shaanxi-Shanxi border.

Luliang Mountains

The high peaks of the Luliang range offer a rugged landscape view throughout the mid-flight phase.

Beijing Cityscape

Aerial views of the sprawling metropolis and the dense skyscrapers of the Central Business District.