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Our Recommendation
8.2

Right Side of the Plane

The Right Side offers superior views of the Lake Erie shoreline and the iconic Detroit skyline during the final approach phase.

Right Side Highlights
8.2
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Pocono Mountains

Beautiful views of the forested plateau and recreational lakes north of the flight path.

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Allegheny National Forest

A vast expanse of green wilderness stretching toward the New York border.

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Lake Erie Coastline

The transition from the Ohio shore to the deep blue waters of the Great Lake as you approach Michigan.

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Detroit Skyline

Unmatched views of the Renaissance Center and downtown skyscrapers during the descent into DTW.

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Ambassador Bridge

The busy international border crossing between Detroit, USA and Windsor, Canada visible over the Detroit River.

Sit on the right for the best chance to see the Detroit skyline. In winter, look for ice floes on Lake Erie. The descent over the Detroit River offers a unique view of the international border with Canada.

Left Side Highlights
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Kittatinny Ridge

The dramatic first ridge of the Appalachian Mountains visible immediately after departure from Allentown.

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Susquehanna River

A wide, shallow river winding through the folded mountain ridges of central Pennsylvania.

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Allegheny Plateau

Deeply dissected plateau landscapes with rolling hills and dense forest cover across western PA.

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Youngstown & Akron

Views of the industrial heritage and urban sprawl of northeastern Ohio.

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DTW Runway Layout

A great perspective of the massive Detroit Metropolitan Airport infrastructure upon landing.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. It offers better views of the unique 'ridge and valley' geological formations of Pennsylvania shortly after takeoff.

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Route Information

Distance: 682 km (424 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 8 min

Departure: ABE (40.652099609375, -75.44080352783203)

Arrival: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)

Route Type: Domestic

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