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DTW → GSO
Which side of the plane to sit from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit) to Piedmont Triad International Airport (Greensboro)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic ridge-and-valley formations of the Appalachian Mountains and the lush Shenandoah Valley during the transition from the Midwest to the South.
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Lake Erie Shoreline
Shortly after departure from DTW, catch views of the western basin of Lake Erie and the mouth of the Detroit River.
Pittsburgh Metro Area
On a clear day, look east to see the confluence of the three rivers and the dense urban core of the Steel City.
Appalachian Ridges
Experience the unique geology of the Ridge-and-Valley Province with its long, parallel mountain folds stretching across PA and WV.
Shenandoah Valley
The fertile agricultural expanse between the Allegheny Mountains and the Blue Ridge, providing a vibrant patchwork of greens and golds.
North Carolina Piedmont
The rolling hills and dense canopy of the Carolina Piedmont as the aircraft begins its final descent into GSO.
For morning flights, the left side provides excellent light for photographing the sunrise over the mountains. During October and November, this side offers the best views of the vibrant fall foliage across the Virginia and North Carolina ridges. Keep your camera ready about 30 minutes into the flight for the best mountain textures.
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Ohio River Valley
Views of the winding Ohio River as it carves through the industrial and rural landscapes of eastern Ohio and West Virginia.
Monongahela Forest
A vast sea of green representing one of the most ecologically diverse national forests in the eastern United States.
New River Gorge
A glimpse of the deep canyon and the iconic New River Gorge Bridge, one of the highest steel-arch bridges in the world.
Pilot Mountain
A distinctive quartzite knob that rises abruptly from the surrounding terrain, serving as a historic landmark for travelers.
The right side is preferable for evening flights to avoid the harsh glare of the rising sun. Look for the rugged, dissected plateau of West Virginia, which features deep valleys and winding rivers. As you approach Greensboro, look for the unique profile of Pilot Mountain standing solitary on the horizon.
Book Hotels in GreensboroDistance: 741 km (460 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 14 min
Departure: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)
Arrival: GSO (36.097801208496094, -79.93730163574219)
Route Type: Domestic
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