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Tip: Sit on the right side for landing.
The right side offers a broad view of Moscow's southern suburbs and dense pine forests before the aircraft settles onto the final approach path.
The right side offers a broad view of Moscow's southern suburbs and dense pine forests before the aircraft settles onto the final approach path.
The left side is the clear winner for its unparalleled view of Mount Elbrus and the extensive panorama of the Greater Caucasus mountain chain during the first third of the flight.
The right side provides an unparalleled view of the Greater Caucasus mountain range and the majestic peak of Mount Elbrus shortly after takeoff.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic crossing of the Greater Caucasus Mountains shortly after takeoff, coupled with sweeping views of the Caspian Sea coastline and the sprawling Volga River basin.
The right side of the aircraft offers a spectacular progression from the Mediterranean coastline and the Sierra Nevada mountains to the core of the high Alps and major Central European landmarks.
The left side offers a superior view of the iconic Mir Diamond Mine immediately after takeoff from Mirny, followed by excellent sun positioning for viewing the Ural Mountains and the Volga River basin during the westward journey.
The left side provides a superior panoramic view of the highest peaks in the Swiss and Italian Alps, including stunning vistas of Lake Como and Lake Maggiore shortly after takeoff, followed by clear views of Prague and Warsaw.
The right side offers a front-row seat to some of the most remote and rugged terrain on Earth, including the Chersky and Verkhoyansk mountain ranges and the massive Siberian rivers flowing toward the Arctic.
The left side provides a superior vantage point for Japan's mountain ranges, the southern basin of Lake Baikal, and the dramatic transition from the Siberian wilderness to the fertile Volga basin.
The right side provides a superior vantage point for Lake Baikal immediately after takeoff and offers better views of the massive Siberian river systems and the historic confluence at Nizhny Novgorod.
The right side is generally preferred for this westbound route as it avoids the direct glare of the southern sun, providing consistent lighting for viewing the vast Siberian wilderness, major river crossings, and the northern stretches of the Ural Mountains.
The right side offers a spectacular crossing of the Greater Caucasus Mountains, including views of Europe's highest peak, Mount Elbrus, and the vibrant blue waters of Lake Van in Turkey.
The left side provides the most iconic views of the journey, including a spectacular panorama of Lake Baikal and the southern Siberian mountain ranges.