VKO → IKT

Moscow Skyline

On clear departures from Vnukovo, the distant skyscrapers of Moscow City and the Ostankino Tower are often visible.

Nizhny Novgorod

The impressive confluence of the Oka and Volga rivers, featuring the historic city center and industrial zones.

Central Ural Range

A view of the industrial-rich central Urals, with visible mining scars and rugged mountain passes.

Siberian Steppes

The transition from forest to agricultural plains near Omsk, showing vast geometric patterns of farmland.

Sayan Mountains

Snow-capped peaks of the Eastern Sayan range appearing on the horizon during the approach to Irkutsk.

Angara River

The clear turquoise waters of the Angara River and the Irkutsk Reservoir during the final descent.

Moscow North Outskirts

Aerial views of the northern Moscow suburbs and the dense forests surrounding the Khimki reservoir shortly after takeoff.

Upper Volga River

Views of the serpentine bends of Russia's most famous river as it flows through the Yaroslavl and Kostroma regions.

Northern Ural Mountains

The ancient, weathered peaks of the Urals marking the geographic border between Europe and Asia.

Western Siberian Taiga

An endless expanse of pristine coniferous forest and marshlands that characterizes the West Siberian Plain.

Ob River Crossing

One of the world's longest rivers, appearing as a massive silver ribbon cutting through the Siberian wilderness.