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JST → IAD
Which side of the plane to sit from John Murtha Johnstown Cambria County Airport (Johnstown) to Washington Dulles International Airport (Washington)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the parallel Appalachian ridge-and-valley formations and the iconic Shenandoah National Park on the approach into Northern Virginia.
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Laurel Highlands
Densely forested hills and deep river valleys immediately south of Johnstown after takeoff.
Shenandoah Valley
Expansive views of the fertile valley floor tucked between the Allegheny and Blue Ridge mountain chains.
Skyline Drive
The scenic roadway visible winding along the very crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Loudoun Horse Country
The rolling green hills and large, manicured estates characteristic of Northern Virginia's countryside.
Historic Leesburg
The charming historic downtown and suburban expansion of Leesburg during the final descent.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights, offering spectacular shadows across the Appalachian ridges. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff to capture the unique 'washboard' effect of the parallel mountain ranges that define this region's geography.
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Allegheny Front
The dramatic transition where the high plateau drops into the ridge-and-valley region of central Pennsylvania.
Raystown Lake
The long, serpentine reservoir visible to the north nestled between the deep forested ridges.
Sugarloaf Mountain
A distinct, solitary peak rising from the flat Maryland Piedmont landscape near the end of the journey.
Frederick Skyline
The historic spires and urban layout of Frederick, Maryland, visible as the terrain flattens out.
Potomac River
The scenic crossing of the river at the border of Maryland and Virginia near Point of Rocks.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. Because this route is flown at a relatively low altitude (often under 10,000 feet), look for the winding path of the Monocacy River and the distinct geometric patterns of Maryland's farmland.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 193 km (120 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 19 min
Departure: JST (40.31610107421875, -78.83390045166016)
Arrival: IAD (38.94449997, -77.45580292)
Route Type: Domestic
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