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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a stunning coastal perspective, tracking the massive Chesapeake Bay and the transition to the Atlantic Ocean and North Carolina's barrier islands.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Chesapeake Bay

Unrivaled views of the expansive bay, including the intricate network of islands and the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel near the mouth.

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Norfolk Naval Station

A bird's-eye view of the world's largest naval base, often featuring aircraft carriers and destroyers docked in port.

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Outer Banks (OBX)

As the plane tracks south, you can see the thin, fragile strips of sand that make up the northern NC barrier islands.

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Atlantic Horizon

Vast ocean vistas that are particularly spectacular during morning departures with the rising sun reflecting off the water.

Book an early morning flight to see the sunrise over the Atlantic. Ensure you sit several rows behind the wing to get clear shots of the Bay Bridge-Tunnel as you approach the Virginia/North Carolina border. This side is consistently more scenic as it stays closer to the dramatic water-land interface.

Right Side Highlights
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Potomac River

Shortly after takeoff, view the winding Potomac River as it flows south toward the Chesapeake.

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Richmond Metro

Views of Virginia's capital city and the James River winding through its urban center.

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Great Dismal Swamp

A massive, dark green forested wetland straddling the border of Virginia and North Carolina.

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Coastal Plain Farmland

The geometric patchwork of the inner coastal plain's agricultural fields and pine plantations.

Choose this side for afternoon flights to keep the sun behind you, avoiding the harsh glare of the Atlantic. While less dramatic than the coast, it offers a great perspective on the inland geography of the Mid-Atlantic. Watch for the fall foliage in October when the hardwood forests turn vibrant colors.

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Route Information

Distance: 644 km (400 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 4 min

Departure: BWI (39.1754, -76.668297)

Arrival: MYR (33.6796989441, -78.9282989502)

Route Type: Domestic

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