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BVE → AJA
Which side of the plane to sit from Brive Souillac Airport (Brive) to Ajaccio-Napoléon Bonaparte Airport (Ajaccio)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the volcanic peaks of the Massif Central and a more dramatic perspective of the rugged Corsican interior mountains during the descent into Ajaccio.
Auvergne Volcanic Park
Spectacular views of the dormant volcanic chain, including the Puy de Dôme and the Cantal massif shortly after departure.
Cévennes National Park
Rugged granite and limestone landscapes of the southern Massif Central, featuring deep gorges and high plateaus.
Côte d'Azur Horizon
As the flight reaches the Mediterranean, you can spot the coastline stretching toward Marseille and the French Riviera in the distance.
Corsican High Peaks
Dramatic views of Monte Cinto and the snow-capped central spine of the 'Island of Beauty' as you approach for landing.
Sit on the left for the best morning light on the Auvergne mountains. During the approach to Ajaccio, the left side usually provides a breathtaking view of the island's inland valleys and the granite peaks that define the Corsican landscape. Seasonal note: in winter, the snow-covered peaks of central France and Corsica are particularly striking from this side.
Quercy & Languedoc
Rolling hills and limestone plateaus of the Lot region transitioning into the sunny plains of the Languedoc.
Camargue Wetlands
The unique salt marshes, lagoons, and the vast Rhône River delta where the land meets the Mediterranean Sea.
Gulf of Lion
Uninterrupted views of the deep blue Mediterranean horizon, often featuring cargo ships and ferries crossing to Africa.
Iles Sanguinaires
The 'Bloody Islands' at the entrance of the Gulf of Ajaccio, especially vibrant during late afternoon or sunset arrivals.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It offers a better view of the Mediterranean coastline near the Camargue and the iconic Sanguinaires Islands if the aircraft performs a standard approach circuit into the Gulf of Ajaccio from the west. Keep an eye out for the distant Pyrenees on exceptionally clear days shortly after takeoff.
Distance: 684 km (425 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 8 min
Departure: BVE (45.039722, 1.485556)
Arrival: AJA (41.92359924316406, 8.8029203414917)
Route Type: Domestic
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