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ATL → AZO
Which side of the plane to sit from Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta) to Kalamazoo Battle Creek International Airport (Kalamazoo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most diverse geographic views, ranging from the rugged Cumberland Plateau and the lush Bluegrass region of Kentucky to the dense urban sprawl of Cincinnati and the Ohio River valley.
Cumberland Plateau
Aerial views of the heavily forested and rugged terrain of the Appalachian foothills in eastern Tennessee.
Bluegrass Region
The vibrant green horse pastures surrounding Lexington, Kentucky, visible as you cross the central part of the state.
Cincinnati Skyline
A frequent sight on this corridor is the dense downtown of Cincinnati and the iconic bridges crossing the Ohio River.
Fort Wayne
The largest city in northeastern Indiana is often visible as the plane begins its initial descent into the Kalamazoo area.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to see the landscape illuminated by the rising sun. Look for the Ohio River about 45 minutes into the flight; it serves as a major landmark separating the rolling hills of Kentucky from the flatter terrain of the North.
Tennessee River
Watch for the massive, winding bends of the Tennessee River as you cross out of Georgia and into Tennessee.
Karst Topography
View the unique pockmarked landscape of southern Kentucky, home to the Mammoth Cave system.
Midwestern Grids
Observe the perfectly square agricultural plots of Indiana and southern Michigan as you approach your destination.
Western Horizon
On evening flights, the left side provides a front-row seat to the sunset over the flat Midwestern horizon.
The left side is preferable for evening flights to avoid direct sun glare while enjoying the sunset. Shortly after departure from ATL, look for the unique horseshoe bends of the river systems near the Alabama-Tennessee-Georgia tri-state area.
Distance: 961 km (597 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min
Departure: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Arrival: AZO (42.234901428222656, -85.5521011352539)
Route Type: Domestic
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