WUX → XIY

Grand Canal

Aerial perspective of the historic world-heritage waterway shortly after leaving the Wuxi metropolitan area.

Zhengzhou Metropolis

The vast urban sprawl and major transportation hubs of Henan's capital are often visible mid-flight.

Yellow River

Stunning views of the meandering, silt-heavy Huang He as it flows through the Loess Plateau toward the sea.

Mount Hua (Huashan)

The famous, steep granite cliffs of one of China's Five Sacred Mountains are a highlight roughly 20 minutes before landing.

Wei River

The largest tributary of the Yellow River guides the flight path into the Xianyang International Airport area.

Taihu Lake

Massive freshwater lake visible immediately south after taking off from Wuxi's Sunan Shuofang Airport.

Dabie Mountains

Dense, rolling forested ridges of the Dabie range visible to the south during the middle segment of the flight.

Qinling Mountains

The majestic mountain range that serves as the natural boundary between North and South China dominates the southern horizon.

Guanzhong Plain

A patchwork of ancient agricultural lands and wheat fields typical of the Shaanxi heartland during the descent.

Xi'an Outskirts

The rapid urban expansion and high-density residential towers of eastern Xi'an as the plane prepares for landing.