Pilots share their top ten views from the cockpit window

Surely one of the perks of being an airline pilot is the chance to see the world. After all, no other job offers the opportunity to take in stunning views every day, from mountain ranges and glaciers to turquoise oceans.

So who better to ask about the most beautiful views from the air than the pilots who fly around the globe?

British Airways' chief Boeing pilot Captain Al Bridger says: "We get some spectacular views from the cockpit but many of these can be seen by everyone on board, especially on our new 787 aircraft which have much larger windows.

"We always try to share our knowledge and point out some of the amazing sights that can be enjoyed from the air so that customers can begin sightseeing before they've even landed!"

Choosing from more than 180 different routes British Airways' pilots have selected their top 10 views from the air.

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