The left side is ideal for landing, offering a breathtaking panorama of the Beirut skyline and the Mediterranean coast during the standard approach to runway 16. Passengers can spot the city’s dense urban layout, the bustling harbor, and the shimmering blue waters of the Levant as the plane descends.
The right side is generally superior for this route as it offers sweeping views of the Mediterranean coastline, the central Anatolian plateau, and the iconic Beirut city skyline during the final approach over the sea.
The right side provides the most dramatic views of the Euphrates River shortly after takeoff and the most iconic perspective of the Beirut city skyline and the Mount Lebanon range upon arrival.
The left side offers a superior view of the Lebanese coastline and the dramatic Mount Lebanon range during the final descent into Beirut, along with great views of the Central European mountains.
The right side of the aircraft offers a more dramatic perspective of the Levantine landscape, including views of the Jordan Valley, Mount Hermon, and the spectacular Mount Lebanon range during the descent into Beirut.
The left side offers a superior view of the majestic Caucasus mountain range and the dramatic interior topography of Turkey, concluding with an excellent view of the Lebanese mountain ridges.
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic transition from the arid Syrian Desert to the lush Bekaa Valley and the snow-capped Mount Lebanon range during the descent into Beirut.
The right side offers superior views of the majestic Mount Lebanon range during descent and the iconic Mediterranean coastline upon arrival into Beirut.
The left side offers a superior view of the Abu Dhabi skyline upon departure, followed by the dramatic textures of the Arabian desert and a stunning panoramic descent over the Mount Lebanon range into Beirut.