The left side provides an aerial perspective of Galkayo’s urban center and local landmarks before the aircraft settles onto the runway.
The left side of the aircraft offers an unrivaled view of Mount Kenya, Africa's second-highest peak, along with the dramatic transition from lush highlands to the vast semi-arid plains of the Horn of Africa.
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic Cal Madow mountain range and the rugged escarpments of the Somali interior shortly after departure from Bosaso.
The right side offers the most dramatic scenery immediately after takeoff from Mogadishu, featuring the stunning turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean and the pristine white coastline of the Benadir region.