The approach offers a dramatic view of the steep coastal cliffs and the airport's unique position perched right at the water's edge.
The right side offers a direct look at the highest peaks of the AladaΔlar range shortly after takeoff and breathtaking views of the lush, green Pontic Mountains during the descent into Trabzon.
The right side provides a superior view of Turkey's geographical transition, featuring the dense urban layout of Izmir, the vast Anatolian plateau, and the dramatic, lush Pontic Mountains upon the final approach into Trabzon.
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic transition from the arid Anatolian plateau to the lush, green Black Sea coastline, including a spectacular view of the sea during the final descent into Trabzon's shorefront airport.
The left side offers a superior vantage point of the stunning Black Sea coastline and the dramatic approach into Trabzon Airport, where the runway sits directly on the water's edge.
The left side offers a stunning continuous view of the coastline where the Great Caucasus and the Pontic Mountains meet the Black Sea.
The right side offers a superior variety of landscapes, featuring the lush Pontic Mountains, inland lakes, and the dense green forests of the Black Sea region, whereas the left side is predominantly open water.
The right side offers superior views of major landmarks including the massive Mount Erciyes volcano, the high peaks of the Taurus range, and the spectacular descent over the eastern Black Sea mountains.