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ATL → MSL
Which side of the plane to sit from Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta) to Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (Muscle Shoals)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the Atlanta skyline during departure and provides the best views of the Tennessee River and the iconic Wilson Dam during the approach into Muscle Shoals.
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Atlanta Skyline
Stunning views of the Downtown, Midtown, and Buckhead skylines immediately after takeoff from ATL.
Kennesaw Mountain
A prominent geographic and historic landmark rising from the suburban landscape northwest of the city.
Weiss Lake
The 'Crappie Capital of the World' is visible near the Georgia-Alabama border, featuring a complex, jagged shoreline.
Tennessee River
Extensive views of the wide, winding river as the flight tracks parallel to its northern banks.
Wilson Dam
A massive Neoclassical hydroelectric dam that is a highlight of the final approach into MSL.
The right side is the clear winner for landmark spotting. Choose a morning flight for the best light on the Atlanta buildings. Keep your camera ready during the final 10 minutes of the flight; the plane often banks over the Tennessee River, offering a perfect view of the Shoals area and the dam.
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Aerial views of Six Flags Over Georgia and the dense residential sprawl transitioning into the Georgia countryside.
Talladega National Forest
Look south to see the northern reaches of the Appalachian foothills and the vast pine canopies of Eastern Alabama.
Alabama Farmland
A patchwork of agricultural fields and rural communities characteristic of the Tennessee Valley's southern edge.
Logan Martin Lake
On a clear day, the shimmering waters of this reservoir can be spotted far to the southwest during mid-flight.
Sit on the left for softer lighting during morning flights. This side is ideal for seeing the dense forestry of the Deep South, but be aware that the sun will be directly in your window on late afternoon departures heading west.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 318 km (198 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 32 min
Departure: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Arrival: MSL (34.74530029, -87.61019897)
Route Type: Domestic
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