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Our Recommendation
7.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side typically offers a superior view of the New York City skyline at a distance and the most dramatic perspectives of the parallel Appalachian ridge-and-valley formations.

Left Side Highlights
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Long Island Sound

Aerial views of the Connecticut coastline and the vast expanse of the Sound immediately after departure.

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Manhattan Skyline

On clear days, the iconic skyscrapers of New York City are visible to the south while cruising over northern New Jersey.

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Delaware Water Gap

The scenic breach where the Delaware River cuts through the Blue Mountains on the PA-NJ border.

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Susquehanna River

A crossing of one of the oldest rivers in the world near the Pennsylvania capital, Harrisburg.

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Appalachian Ridges

The unique 'Ridge and Valley' province appears as long, perfectly parallel forested waves across central PA.

Choose a morning flight for the best illumination of the mountains without the sun glare. The NYC skyline will be on your far left about 15-20 minutes after takeoff. Keep your camera ready as you pass Harrisburg for the best geological views of the Appalachian ridges.

Right Side Highlights
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Litchfield Hills

The rolling, densely forested hills of western Connecticut and the southern Berkshires.

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Catskill Mountains

The southern periphery of the high peaks of the Catskill range in southeastern New York.

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Laurel Highlands

Beautiful high-altitude terrain in southwestern Pennsylvania, especially vibrant during autumn.

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Steel Valley Approach

Industrial history comes alive as you view the winding Monongahela and Allegheny river valleys near Pittsburgh.

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Pittsburgh Skyline

The 'Golden Triangle' and the convergence of the three rivers are often visible during the final descent into PIT.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct southern sun. Watch for the 'three rivers' convergence during the final 10 minutes of flight. In October, this side offers some of the best foliage views in the country over the PA Wilds and Laurel Highlands.

Top Activities in Pittsburgh
Route Information

Distance: 651 km (405 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 5 min

Departure: BDL (41.9388999939, -72.68319702149999)

Arrival: PIT (40.49150085, -80.23290253)

Route Type: Domestic

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