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Mississippi River

Immediately after takeoff, witness the massive oxbows and river traffic of the 'Mighty Mississippi'.

Lake Lewis Smith

The deep blue, branch-like waters of this Alabama reservoir stand out against the landscape.

Apalachicola Bay

The white sand barrier islands and turquoise waters where the Florida Panhandle begins to curve south.

Gulf of Mexico

Uninterrupted views of the open ocean horizon, which is particularly striking during evening flights.

Clearwater Beach

The world-famous white sands and coastal hotels are clearly visible as the plane maneuvers over the Pinellas peninsula.

Memphis Skyline

A clear view of the downtown core and the iconic Bass Pro Shops Pyramid if the flight departs to the south.

Bankhead National Forest

Vast stretches of hardwood and pine forests covering the rolling hills of Northern Alabama.

Tallahassee

View the Florida state capital and the Florida State University campus as you cross the Panhandle.

Crystal River

Look for the winding waterways and spring-fed estuaries of the Nature Coast near the end of the cruise phase.

Sunshine Skyway Bridge

On clear days, the iconic yellow cables of the bridge are visible to the south during the final approach.