From MFE?
Tip: Sit on the left side for takeoff.
Expect a view of the dense urban grid of McAllen and the surrounding agricultural landscape of the Rio Grande Valley as you ascend.
Expect a view of the dense urban grid of McAllen and the surrounding agricultural landscape of the Rio Grande Valley as you ascend.
The left side of the aircraft offers a more consistent parade of iconic Southwestern landmarks, including the highest peaks in Texas, the brilliant white dunes of New Mexico, and a prime view of the Hoover Dam during the descent into Las Vegas.
The right side is significantly more scenic as it passes directly by the Monterrey metropolitan area and its iconic mountain peaks before descending into the high plateau.
The left side is superior for this route because it offers a stunning perspective of the Sierra Madre Oriental's eastern ridges and provides the most iconic view of the Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl volcanoes during the descent into the Valley of Mexico.
The right side offers superior views of the Texas coastline, the Gulf of Mexico, and the industrial landmarks of the Houston area during the final approach.
The right side is generally preferred for this route as it offers better visibility of the major urban skylines of Austin and Dallas, plus iconic landmarks during the approach into DFW.