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Our Recommendation
6.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a more direct view of the Arkansas River valley and the historic tracks of the Santa Fe Trail as the aircraft descends into Dodge City.

Left Side Highlights
6.5
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High Plains Mosaic

Expanse of center-pivot irrigation circles creating a unique geometric patchwork across the Kansas landscape.

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Santa Fe Trail Ruts

Faint linear depressions in native grasslands marking the historic wagon routes used by 19th-century pioneers.

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Arkansas River Valley

The meandering path of the river becomes a focal point as the flight approaches the Dodge City terminal area.

Sit on the left side during afternoon flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. During the spring, the contrast between the green irrigated circles and the brown dormant prairie is particularly striking.

Right Side Highlights
6.2
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Cimarron River Basin

Distant views of the rugged and arid riverbed drainage located to the south of the flight path.

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Meade State Park

A small oasis of blue water and green vegetation visible on the horizon amidst the vast agricultural fields.

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Prairie Skyscrapers

Large concrete grain elevators in small rural communities like Meade serve as prominent landmarks against the flat horizon.

The right side is ideal for morning flights as the sun illuminates the fields below. Watch for the long shadows cast by grain elevators, which are the tallest structures in the region.

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Route Information

Distance: 119 km (74 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 12 min

Departure: LBL (37.04420089999999, -100.9599991)

Arrival: DDC (37.76340103149414, -99.9655990600586)

Route Type: Domestic

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