The approach features an extensive view of the Permian Basin's dense network of oil wells, pump jacks, and industrial infrastructure that characterizes the region.
The left side of the aircraft offers spectacular views of the most iconic geological landmarks of the American Southwest, including the immediate transition from the Las Vegas Strip to Lake Mead and the distal views of the Grand Canyon's south rim.
The right side offers the most diverse geographic views, including the scenic Texas Hill Country, the winding Colorado River lake systems, and the unique industrial geometry of the Permian Basin oil fields.
The right side offers a superior view of the transition from the lush piney woods and reservoirs of East Texas to the stark, geometric industrial beauty of the Permian Basin oil fields.
The right side of the aircraft offers a dramatic panoramic view of the Front Range and the Southern Rocky Mountains immediately after departure, followed by the rugged transitions of the New Mexico high desert.
The right side offers superior views of the complex DFW airport infrastructure upon takeoff, followed by expansive views of the iconic North Texas lakes and the world's largest concentrations of wind turbines near Sweetwater.
The right side offers a superior view of the massive wind farms near Sweetwater and the scenic cliffs of Possum Kingdom Lake, providing a better overview of the transition from the Cross Timbers to the High Plains.
The left side offers a superior view of the winding Rio Grande border and the rugged landscapes of Northern Mexico, providing a more dramatic contrast than the uniform ranch lands to the right.