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DTW → SCE
Which side of the plane to sit from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit) to University Park Airport (State College Pennsylvania)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most iconic landmarks, including the Detroit skyline shortly after takeoff, the Lake Erie shoreline, and a prime view of Beaver Stadium and the Penn State campus during the approach into State College.
Detroit & Windsor Skyline
Clear views of the Renaissance Center and the Detroit River separating the US and Canada during initial climb.
Lake Erie Islands
Bird's-eye view of Pelee Island and the Put-in-Bay area as the flight crosses the western basin of the lake.
Cleveland Coastline
Distances views of the Cleveland shoreline and the Port of Cleveland as the aircraft tracks southeast.
Allegheny Plateau
Dense forest canopies and deep river valleys of the Pennsylvania wilds transition into view mid-flight.
Beaver Stadium
One of the largest stadiums in the world is typically visible on the left side during the final descent into SCE.
Book a window seat on the left for the best view of the Penn State University campus. For evening flights, this side avoids the harsh direct sunlight, providing better conditions for photography of the Appalachian terrain.
Western Lake Erie
Expansive views of the open water and the heavy shipping traffic heading toward the Port of Toledo.
Ohio Agriculture
A geometric tapestry of farmland and rural communities in Northeast Ohio before crossing into Pennsylvania.
Appalachian Ridges
Spectacular views of the 'Ridge-and-Valley' province, where long, parallel mountain folds dominate the landscape.
Susquehanna Tributaries
Winding creeks and rivers that feed into the Susquehanna basin, cutting through narrow mountain gaps.
The right side is excellent for observing the unique geological structure of Central Pennsylvania. Choose this side for morning flights to have the sun behind you, highlighting the textures of the mountain ridges without glare.
Distance: 483 km (300 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 48 min
Departure: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)
Arrival: SCE (40.8493003845, -77.84870147710002)
Route Type: Domestic
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