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Our Recommendation
7.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers the most dramatic views of the Great Lakes transition and the rugged high peaks of the Adirondacks and Green Mountains.

Left Side Highlights
7.8
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Detroit Skyline

Aerial view of the Renaissance Center and the Detroit River separating the US and Canada during initial climb.

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Lake St. Clair

A clear view of the 'Heart of the Great Lakes' and the intricate delta of the St. Clair River.

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Lake Ontario Coastline

The northern trajectory provides a sweeping view across the blue expanse of Lake Ontario toward the Canadian border.

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Adirondack Mountains

The high peaks of Upstate New York offer a dramatic landscape of dense forests and rocky summits.

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Green Mountains

As you enter New England, the north-south spine of Vermont's primary mountain range is clearly visible.

Choose the left side for morning departures to keep the sun behind you for better photography. Watch for the transition from the industrial Midwest to the dense wilderness of the Northeast. On a clear day, the contrast between the Great Lakes and the mountain ranges is striking.

Right Side Highlights
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Lake Erie Shoreline

Views of the southern shore of Lake Erie, including the Cleveland and Erie coastlines in the distance.

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Finger Lakes Region

The distinct, narrow glacial lakes of central New York are easily identifiable from cruising altitude.

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Hudson River Valley

Crossing the historic Hudson River, providing a view of the lush valley that defines the New York landscape.

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The Berkshires

The rolling hills of Western Massachusetts provide a picturesque patchwork of forests and small towns.

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Merrimack River

During the descent into Manchester, the winding Merrimack River serves as a primary navigational landmark.

The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights, offering spectacular golden hour views over the Finger Lakes and Berkshire Hills. Keep your camera ready during the final 15 minutes of the flight for the descent over the New Hampshire river valleys.

Top Activities in Manchester NH
Route Information

Distance: 978 km (608 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 38 min

Departure: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)

Arrival: MHT (42.932598, -71.435699)

Route Type: Domestic

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