23 August 2006

The Grandest of Canyons

The Grandest of Canyons
Copyright 2006 V1VrV2

I feel fortunate to be able to regularly fly over some of the most specacular scenery anywhere. This photo was taken from only 20,000 feet over the south rim of the Grand Canyon. We were able to talk Los Angeles Center into a medium-altitude "canyon tour," something our passengers greatly enjoyed. Here, easterly winds are pushed up vertically along the rim of the canyon, forming a distinct line of clouds.