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Our Recommendation
7.8

Left Side of the Plane

The Left Side provides a superior perspective of the Mississippi River crossing and is strategically positioned for the best skyline views of Dallas on the most common landing patterns into DFW.

Left Side Highlights
7.8
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Bluegrass Horse Farms

Aerial views of Lexington's iconic white-fenced horse estates and rolling green pastures immediately after takeoff.

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Mississippi River

The winding, muddy waters of the Great River mark the transition from the mid-south into the Arkansas delta.

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Little Rock Skyline

The Arkansas state capital and its illuminated bridges over the Arkansas River are often visible mid-flight.

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Ouachita National Forest

Ancient, pine-covered ridges and scenic valleys passing beneath as the aircraft enters eastern Oklahoma and Texas.

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Dallas Skyline

A breathtaking view of the Bank of America Plaza and Reunion Tower during the final descent into the DFW metroplex.

Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you for optimal photography of the Mississippi River. If the flight arrives from the north, this side offers the primary view of downtown Dallas. Watch for the dramatic shift from lush forest to the flat, grid-patterned prairies of North Texas.

Right Side Highlights
7.2
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Land Between the Lakes

The massive bodies of water comprising Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley appear shortly after departing LEX.

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Ozark Plateau

Rugged, ancient mountain terrain with deep valleys spanning across northern Arkansas and southern Missouri.

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Arkansas River Valley

The wide valley floor providing a scenic contrast to the surrounding highlands near the Ozark foothills.

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Lake Texoma

Visible on the western horizon, this massive reservoir straddles the Texas and Oklahoma border.

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Fort Worth Skyline

Distinct views of 'Cowtown' and the surrounding western suburbs during the final approach phase.

The right side is ideal for sunset flights, offering long shadows over the Ozarks and vibrant colors over the Texas horizon. Keep an eye out for the distinctive 'V' shape of the Land Between the Lakes region within the first 25 minutes of the flight.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,261 km (784 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 41 min

Departure: LEX (38.0364990234375, -84.60590362548828)

Arrival: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)

Route Type: Domestic

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