VVO → YKS

Zeya Reservoir

One of the largest artificial lakes in the world, appearing like a massive inland sea surrounded by dense taiga.

Stanovoy Range

Aerial views of the jagged, snow-dusted peaks that form the watershed between the Arctic and Pacific oceans.

Bureya Nature Reserve

Vast stretches of untouched larch and spruce forests, part of the high-altitude Siberian ecosystem.

Vostochny Cosmodrome Area

The flight path passes west of Russia's modern spaceport; look for clearings and infrastructure in the Amur region.

Aldan Highlands

The ancient eroded plateaus of the Sakha Republic, featuring unique geological patterns from permafrost.

Sikhote-Alin Mountains

The northern edges of this UNESCO-listed range are visible shortly after departure from Vladivostok.

Lena River Delta Approach

On the descent into Yakutsk, the massive braided channels of the Lena River dominate the landscape.

Komsomolsk-on-Amur

Depending on the specific airway, the industrial layout of this 'City of Youth' may be visible to the east.

Yakutsk Cityscape

A clear view of the world's largest city built on continuous permafrost as the plane aligns for landing.