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LEX β PGD
Which side of the plane to sit from Blue Grass Airport (Lexington KY) to Charlotte County Airport (Punta Gorda)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Appalachian Plateau, the Atlanta metropolitan skyline, and a stunning coastal approach over the Gulf of Mexico and Charlotte Harbor.
Atlanta Metro
Spectacular views of downtown Atlanta and the world's busiest airport, Hartsfield-Jackson, often directly below.
Gulf of Mexico
The shimmering emerald waters of the Florida coastline become prominent during the southern leg of the trip.
Tampa Bay Area
Distant views of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge and the sprawling St. Petersburg coastline during descent.
Charlotte Harbor
Low-altitude views of the turquoise harbor and mangrove-lined estuaries immediately before touchdown.
Barrier Islands
Excellent visibility of Cayo Costa and Boca Grande if the pilot maneuvers for a southern approach.
Choose the right side for afternoon flights to witness golden hour over the Gulf of Mexico. For the best photography, aim for a seat behind the wing to capture the flap deployment against the backdrop of Charlotte Harborβs intricate waterways.
Kentucky Horse Country
Rolling hills and the distinct patchwork of thoroughbred horse farms surrounding Lexington.
Great Smoky Mountains
Distant but impressive views of the misty Appalachian peaks along the Tennessee-North Carolina border.
Lake Sidney Lanier
A massive reservoir in northern Georgia known for its winding shoreline and recreational islands.
Atlantic Horizon
On clear days, the distant blue line of the Atlantic Ocean is visible as you traverse the Florida peninsula.
Central Florida Lakes
A dense cluster of thousands of small lakes and citrus groves as the plane begins its descent.
Sit on the left for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise over the Appalachian range. This side is also better for spotting Lake Okeechobee in the distance if the flight path tracks slightly further east during the arrival into PGD.
Distance: 1,260 km (783 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 41 min
Departure: LEX (38.0364990234375, -84.60590362548828)
Arrival: PGD (26.92020035, -81.99050140000001)
Route Type: Domestic
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