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Our Recommendation
7.8

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic confluence of the Mississippi and Ohio Rivers, as well as the beautiful shoreline of Lake Michigan and the Indiana Dunes during the final descent.

Right Side Highlights
7.8
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The Great River Confluence

The massive junction where the Ohio River flows into the Mississippi River near Cairo, Illinois.

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Gary Waterfront

Massive industrial infrastructure and steel mills lining the southern tip of Lake Michigan.

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Indiana Dunes

The unique sandy shorelines and national park vistas along the southern edge of Lake Michigan.

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Michigan Fruit Belt

The dense orchards and vineyards characteristic of the West Michigan landscape near Grand Rapids.

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Distant Chicago Skyline

On clear days, the Sears Tower and Chicago skyline are often visible across the water to the west.

The right side is best for morning flights to see the sun glinting off the Great Lakes. Watch closely during the last 20 minutes of the flight; the approach often follows the Lake Michigan shoreline, providing excellent views of the dunes and coastal towns.

Left Side Highlights
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East Texas Piney Woods

Dense, rolling pine forests stretching across the Texas-Louisiana border shortly after departure.

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Ozark National Forest

The rugged, ancient terrain of the Ozark Mountains featuring deep river valleys and limestone bluffs.

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Illinois Heartland

An expansive geometric patchwork of the American Midwest's primary agricultural belt.

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Western Horizon

Dramatic sunset views over the Great Plains if flying on a late afternoon or evening departure.

Sit on the left for softer lighting during morning flights to avoid the direct sun. This side is ideal for spotting the winding Arkansas River and the distant suburban sprawl of St. Louis if the flight path tracks slightly westward.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,679 km (1,043 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 14 min

Departure: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)

Arrival: GRR (42.88079834, -85.52279663)

Route Type: Domestic

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