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Our Recommendation
7.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers the best views of the Ohio River valley and the rolling hills of the Kentucky Bluegrass region.

Left Side Highlights
7.5
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Lake Erie Shoreline

Glimpse the western edge of Lake Erie and the Monroe coastline shortly after takeoff from Detroit.

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Toledo Skyline

View the industrial port and downtown area of Toledo as you cross the Michigan-Ohio border.

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Ohio River Crossing

A scenic crossing of the wide Ohio River near the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky metro area.

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Kentucky Bluegrass

Look for the distinct patterns of white-fenced horse farms and lush pastures in central Kentucky.

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Cumberland River

The river snakes through the landscape as the flight begins its final descent into the Nashville basin.

Morning flights provide the best lighting for the Kentucky countryside. Look for the Percy Priest Lake on the final approach if landing from the north.

Right Side Highlights
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Detroit Industry

See the massive manufacturing plants and urban sprawl surrounding Detroit Metro Airport.

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Midwest Patchwork

Vast stretches of agricultural land across western Ohio and eastern Indiana create a geometric quilt.

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Louisville Skyline

Potential views of downtown Louisville and the Falls of the Ohio depending on the specific flight corridor.

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Knobs Region

Observe the unique conical hills and dense forests of Kentucky's Knobs region west of the flight path.

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Nashville Skyline

Catch a glimpse of the 'Batman Building' and downtown Nashville during the landing sequence.

Evening flights offer beautiful sunset views over the Midwestern horizon. Choose a seat away from the wing to see the transition from flat plains to rolling hills.

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Route Information

Distance: 735 km (457 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 14 min

Departure: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)

Arrival: BNA (36.1245002746582, -86.6781997680664)

Route Type: Domestic

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