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AIA → CDR
Which side of the plane to sit from Alliance Municipal Airport (Alliance) to Chadron Municipal Airport (Chadron)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition from the Nebraska Sandhills into the rugged, pine-covered ridges of the Pine Ridge National Forest.
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Sandhills Fringe
Catch a glimpse of the grass-stabilized sand dunes that define the unique topography of central Nebraska.
Pine Ridge National Forest
Dense clusters of Ponderosa pines covering steep buttes and ridges, creating a dark green landscape against the yellow plains.
Chadron State Park
As you descend into CDR, look for the scenic canyons and hiking trails of Nebraska's oldest state park.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights, as the setting sun casts long shadows across the ridges, emphasizing the vertical relief of the terrain. Look for the contrast between the sandy soil and the dark forest.
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Box Butte Reservoir
A significant body of water and dam located on the Niobrara River, providing a stark blue contrast to the prairie.
Niobrara River Valley
Observe the winding path of the river as it cuts through the high plains toward the western horizon.
West Pine Ridge Escarpment
View the western edge of the escarpment where the flat agricultural tableland drops off into rugged canyons.
Sit on the left for the best view of the Box Butte Dam. Morning flights provide excellent front-lighting on the western ridges, making the geological layers more distinct.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 90 km (56 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 min
Departure: AIA (42.0531997681, -102.804000854)
Arrival: CDR (42.837600708, -103.095001221)
Route Type: Domestic
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