On the descent, the left side provides a scenic overview of the Wuhai city center and the dramatic desert-mountain landscape surrounding the airport.
The left side provides a superior view of the dramatic transition from the Beijing urban sprawl into the rugged Taihang Mountains, followed by the intricate erosion patterns of the Loess Plateau and the grand bends of the Yellow River near Wuhai.
The left side provides a spectacular view of the Yellow River's 'Great Bend' and the vast, undulating dunes of the Kubuqi Desert, offering superior geological contrast.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the Great Wall of China shortly after takeoff and provides a stunning panoramic view of Wuhai Lake and the Yellow River during the final descent.
The left side of the aircraft offers superior views of the dramatic Helan Mountains and the transition from the Loess Plateau into the deserts of Ningxia and Inner Mongolia. The approach into Wuhai provides a spectacular view of the Wuhai Lake and the industrial landscapes of the Gobi edge.