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Our Recommendation
8.8

Right Side of the Plane

The right side of the aircraft offers a spectacular aerial tour of the New England island chain, including Block Island and the Elizabeth Islands, providing the most iconic coastal scenery on this route.

Right Side Highlights
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Long Island North Shore

View the high bluffs and sandy beaches of Long Island's 'Gold Coast' shortly after takeoff from HPN.

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Block Island

The isolated, pork-chop shaped island is clearly visible in the Atlantic as you approach the Rhode Island coast.

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Elizabeth Islands

A beautiful chain of mostly private, undeveloped islands including Cuttyhunk and Naushon stretching toward the Cape.

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Martha's Vineyard

Iconic views of the Aquinnah Cliffs and the bustling summer harbors of Vineyard Haven and Oak Bluffs.

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Nantucket Sound

The shallow, turquoise waters of the Sound provide a vibrant color palette during the final descent into Hyannis.

Choose the right side for the most dramatic island geography. This side is particularly beautiful during late afternoon 'golden hour' flights when the sun illuminates the cliffs of Martha's Vineyard. Keep your camera ready as you pass Block Island for some of the best maritime photos in the region.

Left Side Highlights
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Connecticut Shoreline

Aerial views of the densely populated 'Gold Coast' including Stamford, Norwalk, and the Fairfield County waterfront.

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New Haven & Yale

Spot the distinctive Yale Bowl and the urban layout of New Haven as the flight tracks along the northern Sound.

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Groton Submarine Base

Look for the naval piers and submarines docked along the Thames River near New London.

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Newport & Pell Bridge

A stunning view of the largest suspension bridge in New England and the historic mansions of Newport, RI.

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Narragansett Bay

The intricate geography of Rhode Island's islands and waterways opens up just before crossing into Massachusetts.

The left side is best for morning flights to avoid the harsh southern sun glare. Watch for the 'V' shape of the Connecticut River meeting the Sound about halfway through the flight. During the autumn, the inland views offer glimpses of the changing fall foliage.

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Route Information

Distance: 294 km (183 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 29 min

Departure: HPN (41.06700134277344, -73.70760345458984)

Arrival: HYA (41.66930008, -70.28040314)

Route Type: Domestic

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