The left side offers the most consistent views of the Ankara city center, including the sprawling residential districts and distant landmarks, as the aircraft descends from the south.
The left side offers a superior view of the turquoise Mediterranean coastline upon takeoff, followed by a direct view of Lake Beyşehir, the largest freshwater lake in Turkey.
The right side offers a superior mix of coastal geography and the dramatic transition from the Black Sea into the rugged Anatolian interior.
The left side provides the most consistent views of the dramatic transition from the Mediterranean coast over the Western Taurus Mountains and the expansive Lakes Region before descending into the Anatolian heartland.
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic Munzur Mountains and the winding Euphrates river system, with the potential to spot the distant volcanic peak of Mount Erciyes.
The right side offers a superior view of the high Taurus mountain peaks and the vast, white expanse of Tuz Gölü (Salt Lake) during the descent into Ankara.
The right side provides a more diverse set of landmarks, featuring the Sea of Marmara, the iconic Princes' Islands, and the impressive Osmangazi Bridge shortly after takeoff.
The left side offers superior views of the Aegean coastline immediately after takeoff, including the stunning Bafa Lake and the winding Menderes Valley as you head toward Central Anatolia.
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic Munzur Mountains and the spectacular winding path of the Kızılırmak River as you approach Ankara.
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic Bozdağlar mountain range, the sapphire waters of Lake Marmara, and the unique volcanic and historical landscapes of the Phrygian Valley.