The left side offers a scenic approach over the Belgorod urban center, highlighting the city's gold-domed cathedrals and the distinctive white chalk cliffs along the river valley.
The left side offers a premier view of the Curonian Spit during departure and more interesting urban and river landmarks during the southward journey through the Russian mainland.
The Left Side is superior primarily due to the dramatic mountain views immediately after takeoff and better visibility of the diverse landscape transitions from Central Asian deserts to the Russian Black Earth region.
The left side offers a superior panoramic view of the massive Volga River loop, the Samara city skyline, and the distinctive urban reservoir of Voronezh mid-flight.
The left side offers a superior view of the massive Volga-Kama confluence immediately after takeoff and provides a better perspective of the Voronezh Reservoir and the dramatic agricultural transitions of the Black Soil region.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the meandering Oka River shortly after takeoff and provides a clear view of the significant industrial landscapes and reservoirs of Central Russia during the descent.
The left side provides a superior view of the sprawling Moscow metropolitan area and the historic industrial cities of the Russian heartland.
The right side offers a superior view of the majestic Don River and the urban expanse of Rostov-on-Don shortly after departure.
The right side offers superior views of the Seversky Donets river basin and the iconic white chalk hills characterizing the Belgorod landscape upon arrival.
The right side is preferred for its superior perspective of the scenic Oka River meanders shortly after departure and more direct views of the historic regional centers of Oryol and Kursk during the journey south.