The right side offers a prime view of the prominent Phoenix Mountain (Fenghuangshan) and its historic temples before the aircraft aligns for arrival over the city's outskirts.
The left side offers superior views of the Bohai Sea coastline, major industrial ports, and the unique geographical landbridge of Bijia Mountain near Jinzhou.
The left side provides an exceptional vantage point for spotting the iconic Great Wall of China and the sprawling Miyun Reservoir shortly after takeoff from Beijing.