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AZA → ATW
Which side of the plane to sit from Phoenix-Mesa-Gateway Airport (Mesa) to Appleton International Airport (Appleton)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular close-up views of the Superstition Mountains immediately after takeoff and a perfect vantage point of Lake Winnebago during the approach to Appleton.
Superstition Mountains
Rugged volcanic peaks towering over the East Valley, visible immediately after departing AZA.
Mogollon Rim
The dramatic southern edge of the Colorado Plateau featuring massive limestone and sandstone cliffs.
Agricultural Quilts
Intricate circular patterns from center-pivot irrigation systems across Kansas and Iowa.
Lake Winnebago
Wisconsin's largest inland lake, providing a beautiful backdrop just moments before landing.
Fox River Valley
The industrial and natural landscape of the Fox River as it winds through the Appleton area.
Book an evening flight to see the sunset reflecting off the surface of Lake Winnebago during arrival. On takeoff from Mesa, be ready with your camera immediately, as the Superstition Mountains appear within the first 3 minutes of flight.
Painted Desert
Stunning vistas of stratified badlands in Northern Arizona with vibrant red and orange hues.
Southern Rockies
Distant views of the snow-capped peaks along the Colorado border as the plane moves toward the plains.
Nebraska Sandhills
Unique rolling grass-stabilized sand dunes that create a rhythmic pattern across the landscape.
Mississippi River
The massive waterway marking the transition between the Great Plains and the Midwest.
Madison Skyline
Distant views of Wisconsin's capital city and its surrounding lakes during the descent.
Morning flights are ideal for the left side to avoid direct sunlight and glare while viewing the desert. Look for the distinct change from dry desert to green agricultural grids as you cross the Missouri River.
Distance: 2,334 km (1,450 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 7 min
Departure: AZA (33.30780029, -111.6549988)
Arrival: ATW (44.258098602299995, -88.51909637450001)
Route Type: Domestic
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