YIC → PEK

Wuhan Metropolitan Area

Distant views of the sprawling city of Wuhan and the convergence of the Yangtze and Han rivers shortly after takeoff.

Central Plains of Henan

A vast tapestry of agricultural land and dense urban clusters including the outskirts of Zhengzhou.

Taihang Mountains

The majestic mountain range that forms the natural boundary between the Loess Plateau and the North China Plain.

Shijiazhuang Skyline

Clear views of the industrial heart of Hebei province as the aircraft prepares for its final descent corridor.

Western Beijing Hills

Rugged peaks to the west of the capital, often snow-capped in winter, providing a scenic backdrop to the landing.

Dabie Mountains

Verdant, forested peaks visible early in the flight as you cross the border regions of Jiangxi, Hubei, and Anhui.

The Yellow River

The iconic 'Mother River' of China, easily identifiable by its unique silty, ochre-colored waters near the Henan-Hebei border.

North China Plain

A seemingly endless expanse of flatland that represents one of the most densely populated regions on Earth.

Bohai Rim Vistas

On very clear days, the distant horizon to the east hints at the proximity of the Bohai Sea.

Beijing CBD Skyline

If the flight approaches PEK from the south, the right side offers a spectacular view of the China Zun and other skyscrapers.