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Right Side of the Plane

The right side provides a more dramatic perspective of the eastern Taihang Mountain ridges and the sprawling North China Plain as you approach the coast.

Right Side Highlights
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Yellow River Bend

The mighty river carving through the landscape south of Yuncheng during the initial ascent.

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Taihang Escarpment

The dramatic eastern edge of the Taihang Mountains where the plateau drops into the plain.

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North China Plain

A vast tapestry of agricultural plots and dense canal networks extending to the horizon.

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Tianjin Urban Core

Expansive views of Tianjin's skyscrapers and the Hai River as the plane descends.

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Bohai Bay

Distant views of the busy shipping lanes and port infrastructure of the Tianjin/Tanggu area.

The morning sun illuminates the Taihang mountain faces beautifully on this side. During the final approach into TSN, the right side often offers a better view of the Tianjin Binhai area and the winding Hai River. Watch for the abrupt transition from mountains to flat plains.

Left Side Highlights
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Loess Plateau

Intricate patterns of terraced fields and deep gullies characteristic of the Shanxi region.

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Lüliang Mountains

Rugged peaks of the Lüliang range stretching northward shortly after takeoff.

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Shijiazhuang Outskirts

Aerial views of the capital of Hebei province located on the edge of the mountains.

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Baiyangdian Lake

The largest freshwater lake in Northern China, visible as the flight enters the Hebei plain.

Sit on this side for afternoon flights to avoid direct sunlight. The Loess Plateau features are most distinct with high-noon shadows which highlight the erosion patterns. Keep an eye out for the Xiongan New Area development near the end of the cruise phase.

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Route Information

Distance: 715 km (444 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 12 min

Departure: YCU (35.116391, 111.031388889)

Arrival: TSN (39.1244010925, 117.346000671)

Route Type: Domestic

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