The left side offers a premier view of the 'First City of the Yangtze,' showcasing the distinct confluence where the Jinsha and Min rivers meet.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic Taihang Mountains early in the flight and the majestic Qinling Range, which serves as China's natural geographic divide.
The right side offers the most iconic scenery, including the distinctive karst topography of northern Guangxi and the spectacular aerial view of the Jinsha and Min rivers merging into the Yangtze in Yibin.
The left side offers spectacular views of the rugged Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau, specifically the deep incisions of the Jinsha River and the towering peaks of the Wumeng Mountain range.
The right side of the aircraft provides the most consistent views of the Yangtze River as the flight tracks westward. You will see the urban density of the Yangtze River Delta, the massive Three Gorges region, and the mountainous terrain of Chongqing before arriving in Yibin.
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point for the highest peaks of the Qinling Mountains, including the snow-capped Taibai Mountain, and provides the best angle for the dramatic river confluence at Yibin.
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic karst landscapes of Guangxi and the rugged plateau of Guizhou, especially during afternoon flights when the lighting accentuates the mountain silhouettes.
The left side offers a superior perspective of Sanya's coastal landmarks upon departure and a dramatic transition from the Karst landscapes of Guangxi to the high-altitude bridges of Guizhou.