The descent offers views of the historic Heshun Ancient Town and the dramatic plateau geography where the runway is uniquely perched on a flattened mountain ridge.
The right side of the aircraft offers an unparalleled panorama of the eastern Tibetan Plateau edges, including the majestic Gongga Shan (Minya Konka), the highest peak in Sichuan, and the dramatic deep-cut gorges of the Three Parallel Rivers region.
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic Nu River gorge and the iconic Gaoligong mountain range, ending with a view of Tengchong's unique volcanic terrain.
The right side offers spectacular close-up views of the rugged Hengduan Mountains, including the iconic Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and the dramatic river gorges of western Yunnan.
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition from the Kunming plateau to the rugged peaks of Dali and the volcanic landscapes surrounding Tengchong.