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HOT → MEM
Which side of the plane to sit from Memorial Field (Hot Springs) to Memphis International Airport (Memphis)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the scenic Ouachita lakes during departure, the distinct silhouette of Pinnacle Mountain, and the northern outskirts of the Little Rock metropolitan area.
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Lake Hamilton
Sparkling waters and winding shorelines of Hot Springs' premier recreational lake visible immediately after takeoff.
Pinnacle Mountain
A sharp, iconic peak rising from the Big Maumelle River valley, serving as a distinct landmark west of Little Rock.
Little Rock Skyline
A clear view of the Arkansas state capital's downtown district and the Clinton Presidential Library.
Arkansas River
The wide, meandering river that defines the geography of central Arkansas as it flows toward the Mississippi.
Mississippi River Crossing
The massive river divide marking the border between Arkansas and Tennessee during the final descent phase.
Sit on the left side to capture the rugged transition from the Ouachita foothills into the urban sprawl of Little Rock. On morning flights, this side is shaded from direct sunlight, allowing for better photography of the lakes and mountain peaks. Watch for the river bends about 15 minutes before landing.
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Ouachita National Forest
Vast expanses of dense pine and hardwood timberlands stretching toward southern Arkansas.
Grand Prairie Delta
A massive geometric patchwork of rice, soybean, and cotton fields characteristic of the Arkansas Delta.
Saline River
A winding, natural river system cutting through the timberlands south of the primary flight path.
St. Francis River
A final natural water landmark visible as the landscape flattens significantly before Memphis.
Memphis Rail Yards
The sprawling industrial and logistics infrastructure that marks the approach into the 'Distribution Center of America'.
The right side is ideal for observing the sheer scale of Southern agricultural patterns and the industrial might of Memphis. Look for the massive oxbow lakes—remnants of ancient river paths—visible in the wetlands just before crossing into Tennessee.
Book Hotels in MemphisDistance: 292 km (181 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 29 min
Departure: HOT (34.47800064086914, -93.09619903564452)
Arrival: MEM (35.04240036010742, -89.97669982910156)
Route Type: Domestic
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