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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side is superior primarily for the final approach into DCA, where passengers often get a spectacular 'River Visual' view of the National Mall and the Pentagon.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Piedmont Plateau

Rolling hills and dense forest canopies of the Carolinas and Virginia transition from the flat coastal plains.

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Charlotte Distant Skyline

Depending on the specific airway, the skyscrapers of Uptown Charlotte may be visible to the west.

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The Pentagon

Visible directly below the aircraft during the final seconds of a North-to-South landing on Runway 19.

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National Mall

An unparalleled view of the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and U.S. Capitol across the Potomac River.

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Marine Corps War Memorial

The Iwo Jima memorial and Arlington National Cemetery are clearly visible during the descent.

Sit on the left for the best chance to see the iconic DC monuments. Request a seat ahead of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Pentagon. Morning flights are best as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the white marble of the monuments perfectly.

Right Side Highlights
6.0
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Savannah River

Watch the winding river that forms the border between Georgia and South Carolina immediately after takeoff.

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Coastal Plain Wetlands

Expansive views of the low-lying marshlands and agricultural grids of the Atlantic coastal plain.

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Potomac River Estuary

The widening of the Potomac as it nears the Chesapeake Bay is visible during the mid-flight descent.

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Old Town Alexandria

A great view of the historic grid-pattern streets and waterfront of one of America's oldest port cities.

The right side offers great views of the Potomac River's width and the Virginia shoreline. If the plane lands from the south (Runway 1), you will see the Woodrow Wilson Bridge and the National Harbor's Ferris wheel. Afternoon flights offer the best lighting for this side.

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Route Information

Distance: 753 km (468 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 15 min

Departure: AGS (33.36989974975586, -81.9645004272461)

Arrival: DCA (38.8521, -77.037697)

Route Type: Domestic

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