Departing from the hilltop runway, passengers get a dramatic view of the steep drops into the surrounding Appalachian valleys and the winding Kanawha River.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the scenic transition from the Appalachian foothills to the expansive Great Lakes, specifically providing better views of Lake Erie and the Detroit River during the descent.
The right side offers a superior view of the iconic New River Gorge shortly after departure, followed by the towering peaks of the Southern Appalachians and the Charlotte skyline during the mid-flight transition.
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic Appalachian mountain ridges and the iconic Stone Mountain during the arrival phase into Atlanta.