YYC → EWR

Missouri River Basin

Catch glimpses of the winding Missouri River and the arid, rolling hills of the American Northern Plains to the south.

Great Lakes Shoreline

Detailed views of the southern Great Lakes, including the industrial hubs and sandy shores along Lake Michigan and Lake Erie.

Appalachian Ridges

The distinct, long-running parallel ridges of the Pennsylvania mountains provide a striking geological visual during the final hour of flight.

Manhattan Skyline

As the plane enters the EWR arrival pattern, the right side typically faces east, offering a full panorama of the Midtown and Downtown NYC skyscrapers.

Statue of Liberty

If the airport is landing to the south, the right side provides a rare, close-up aerial perspective of Liberty Island and the harbor.

Canadian Prairies

The vast, geometric patchwork of the Saskatchewan and Manitoba grain belts looks like a massive quilt from 35,000 feet.

Lake Superior

The flight path often skims the northern shores of the largest Great Lake, providing views of its deep blue waters and rugged coastline.

Boreal Forest

Observe the transition into the dense Boreal shield of Northern Ontario, characterized by millions of small, interlocking lakes.

Hudson Valley

During the descent, the left side offers a look at the scenic Hudson River and the forested hills of Upstate New York.