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DTW → CRW
Which side of the plane to sit from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit) to Yeager Airport (Charleston)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the Lake Erie shoreline during departure and the most dramatic views of the rising Appalachian ridges during the descent into Charleston.
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Detroit Riverfront
Aerial views of the Detroit skyline and the international border crossing with Windsor, Canada, shortly after takeoff.
Lake Erie Coastline
Scenic views of the western basin of Lake Erie and the marshlands along the Michigan and Ohio borders.
Wayne National Forest
Lush green canopy views as the flight transitions from the flat plains of Ohio into the dense forests of Appalachia.
Appalachian Plateau
Dramatic view of the rolling hills and deep V-shaped valleys characteristic of West Virginia's rugged topography.
Sit on the left for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise reflecting off Lake Erie without the harsh glare of the western sun. During autumn, this side provides the best view of the vibrant fall foliage across the West Virginia ridges as you descend into Yeager Airport.
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Ohio Farmland
Intricate geometric patterns of the vast agricultural fields across central and southern Ohio.
Columbus Outskirts
Distance views of the Ohio state capital's suburban sprawl and the Scioto River valley.
Kanawha River
The winding path of the Kanawha River as it snakes through the mountains toward downtown Charleston.
Mountaintop Landing
A unique perspective of the runway at Yeager Airport, which was famously built by shearing off the tops of several hills.
The right side is the 'sunset side' for evening flights, offering warm golden hour lighting over the Ohio River valley. Keep a close watch during final approach; the right side offers a thrilling view of the steep drop-offs surrounding the hilltop airport.
Book Hotels in CharlestonDistance: 452 km (281 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 45 min
Departure: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)
Arrival: CRW (38.37310028076172, -81.59320068359375)
Route Type: Domestic
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