MCI → FLL

The Ozark Mountains

Shortly after takeoff from MCI, enjoy the rolling hills and dense forests of southern Missouri and northern Arkansas.

Mississippi River Crossing

A major landmark where the geography shifts from the Great Plains to the humid subtropics of the Deep South.

Gulf of Mexico Coastline

If the flight path takes a more westerly route over the Panhandle, you will see the turquoise waters of the Emerald Coast.

The Everglades

The highlight of the trip is the approach into FLL, where the vast 'River of Grass' stretches to the horizon before the urban sprawl begins.

Fort Lauderdale Skyline

During the final turn toward the runway, the right side often gets a perfect view of the downtown high-rises and the New River.

St. Louis Skyline

Depending on the specific airway, you may catch a distant view of the Gateway Arch as you cross into the Mississippi River Valley.

Atlanta Metropolitan Area

As the flight paths often converge over Georgia, the sprawling urban landscape of Atlanta is frequently visible to the north.

The Space Coast

Upon entering Florida airspace, the left side provides views of the Atlantic coastline and the Indian River Lagoon system.

Kennedy Space Center

On clear days with a coastal approach, you can spot the massive Vehicle Assembly Building and launch pads at Cape Canaveral.