XIY → LHW

Wei River Valley

Aerial views of the Wei River and the sprawling urban outskirts of Xi'an and Xianyang immediately after takeoff.

Qinling Mountains

Distant but majestic views of the massive mountain range that serves as the natural boundary between northern and southern China.

Gansu Terraces

Stunning views of the ancient terraced farming systems carved into the golden-brown hillsides of the Loess Plateau.

Liupan Mountains

Observation of the rugged, high-altitude ridges of the Liupan range as the aircraft enters Gansu province.

Loess Plateau Erosion

Breathtaking views of deep ravines and geometric erosion patterns that define this unique geological region.

Yellow River Sightings

Occasional glimpses of the winding Yellow River as it snakes through the northern Gansu landscape.

Energy Infrastructure

Views of sprawling wind farms and industrial logistics hubs that dot the landscape between the two provincial capitals.

Longshan Mountains

Visuals of the dry, wind-swept ridges of the Longshan range stretching toward the Inner Mongolian border.