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CLT → OAJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (Charlotte) to Albert J Ellis Airport (Jacksonville NC)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the impressive Charlotte skyline during departure and a comprehensive view of the sprawling Fort Liberty military complex during mid-flight.
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Uptown Charlotte
Unrivaled views of the Bank of America Stadium and the financial district skyscrapers shortly after takeoff from CLT.
Yadkin River Lakes
Bird's-eye views of Lake Tillery and Badin Lake, part of the scenic Uwharrie mountain region.
Fort Liberty
Look down over one of the world's largest military installations, featuring visible drop zones and tactical training fields.
Fayetteville Urban Area
The cityscape of Fayetteville and the winding path of the Cape Fear River are clearly visible on the northern side of the flight path.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block the Charlotte skyline during the initial climb. Morning flights are particularly scenic as the sun illuminates the glass towers of Uptown Charlotte and creates high-contrast shadows over the Piedmont hills.
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Uwharrie National Forest
The dense green canopy of this ancient mountain range provides a lush contrast to the surrounding urban developments.
Pee Dee River
A prominent natural boundary that marks the transition from the Piedmont plateau into the coastal plains.
Coastal Plain Agriculture
Geometric patterns of North Carolina's extensive timber and tobacco farms stretch toward the horizon.
Camp Lejeune Perimeter
As the plane descends toward Jacksonville, the southern window offers glimpses of the vast training marshes and barracks of the Marine Corps base.
For the best views of the coastal terrain, fly in the afternoon when the sun is behind the aircraft, reducing glare. Keep an eye out for the rapid change in soil color from the red clay of Charlotte to the sandy loams of the Jacksonville area as you approach Albert J Ellis Airport.
Book Hotels in Jacksonville NCDistance: 306 km (190 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 31 min
Departure: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)
Arrival: OAJ (34.8292007446, -77.61209869380002)
Route Type: Domestic
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