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FWA → ATL
Which side of the plane to sit from Fort Wayne International Airport (Fort Wayne) to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more diverse landscape, featuring the transition from the flat Midwestern plains to the rugged Cumberland Plateau and the sprawling waters of Lake Lanier during the descent into Georgia.
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Ohio River Crossing
The massive waterway marking the boundary between Indiana and Kentucky, often seen with heavy barge traffic.
Cumberland Plateau
Dramatic views of the rugged, forested sandstone plateau and deep gorges in southern Kentucky and Tennessee.
Daniel Boone National Forest
Expansive stretches of dense deciduous forest and unique geological formations stretching toward the Appalachians.
Lake Lanier
A massive reservoir in northern Georgia that provides a beautiful blue contrast to the greenery during the final descent.
Atlanta Skyline
On specific approach patterns, you get a clear view of Buckhead and Midtown's skyscrapers to the south.
Choose the left side for morning flights to see the sunrise over the Appalachian foothills without direct glare. Look for the Ohio River about 20-25 minutes after takeoff; it's a major landmark that signals your entry into the South.
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Hoosier Farmland
Perfect geometric patterns of Indiana agricultural land shortly after departing Fort Wayne.
Nashville Basin
On clear days, you can spot the Cumberland River and the general sprawl of the Nashville metropolitan area to the west.
Green River
The winding path of the Green River as it cuts through the karst topography of central Kentucky.
Chattahoochee River
The historical river system that marks the descent into the Georgia Piedmont region.
ATL Runway Complex
Watch the parallel landings and the immense scale of the world's busiest airport as you touch down.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Tennessee Valley. During the winter, the lack of foliage makes the winding river systems and limestone outcrops of Kentucky much more visible from cruising altitude.
Book Hotels in AtlantaDistance: 819 km (509 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min
Departure: FWA (40.97850037, -85.19509888)
Arrival: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Route Type: Domestic
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