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HSV → CLT
Which side of the plane to sit from Huntsville International Carl T Jones Field (Huntsville) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (Charlotte)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most dramatic views of the Appalachian mountain range, including the Great Smoky Mountains and Mount Mitchell, plus a superior angle for the Charlotte skyline on most arrival paths.
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Cumberland Plateau
The rugged eastern edge of the Tennessee Valley visible shortly after departure from Huntsville.
Great Smoky Mountains
Expansive views of the high peaks within the National Park, often shrouded in their namesake blue-tinted mist.
Mount Mitchell
The highest peak in the eastern United States, identifiable by its dark spruce-fir forest summit.
Lake Norman
North Carolina's largest man-made lake with a jagged shoreline, visible as the aircraft begins its final descent.
Uptown Charlotte
A close-up view of the modern skyscraper cluster during the 'Downwind' leg of the landing pattern.
Book a window on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you for better photography of the Smokies. About 20-30 minutes into the flight, look for the highest mountain ridges. If the flight lands toward the North, the left side typically gets a panoramic view of the Uptown skyline during the turn toward the runway.
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Lake Guntersville
A massive, winding reservoir on the Tennessee River visible immediately after takeoff from HSV.
Nantahala National Forest
Densely forested mountain ridges and deep river gorges in the southwestern corner of North Carolina.
Blue Ridge Escarpment
The sharp drop-off where the mountains meet the Piedmont plateau, offering dramatic topographical contrast.
Quail Hollow Club
The famous PGA tour golf course located in south Charlotte, visible on southern arrival paths.
Lake Wylie
The reservoir straddling the NC/SC border, indicating you are seconds away from touching down.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights as the sun moves into the south, illuminating the eastern faces of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Look for the massive expanse of Lake Guntersville within the first 5-10 minutes of flight. On landing, this side often sees the Charlotte Motor Speedway if the plane circles to the east of the city.
Book Hotels in CharlotteDistance: 535 km (332 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 54 min
Departure: HSV (34.637199401855, -86.775100708008)
Arrival: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)
Route Type: Domestic
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