The descent provides a clear view of the Stanovoy Range's foothills and the industrial infrastructure associated with the region's prominent coal mining industry.
The right side provides a spectacular vantage point of Lake Baikal shortly after departure, followed by the dramatic alpine scenery of the Barguzin and Stanovoy mountain ranges.
The left side provides the most dramatic views of the vast, untouched Siberian wilderness, the massive Vilyuy Reservoir, and offers the best chance to witness the Aurora Borealis during winter night flights.
The right side offers a superior view of the sprawling Lena River valley shortly after takeoff and the dramatic transition from the Siberian plains to the rugged Stanovoy Highlands during descent.
The right side provides the most dramatic views of the Stanovoy Highlands and the rugged mountain landscapes that define the border between the Amur region and Yakutia.