Passengers on the left side typically enjoy views of the Milwaukee downtown skyline and the American Family Field stadium during initial climb-out. Those on the right side are treated to the expansive, blue horizons of Lake Michigan as the aircraft gains altitude.
The right side offers a continuous and detailed view of the urban and suburban landscape connecting Milwaukee to Chicago, including the beautiful shoreline bluffs of Lake Michigan.
The right side is generally preferred for this southwesterly flight to avoid the direct glare of the sun while offering spectacular views of the Mississippi River bluffs and the geometric beauty of the Iowa and Missouri heartland.
The left side provides a spectacular departure view of the Lake Michigan shoreline and the Chicago skyline, followed by the lush greenery of the Ozarks.
The left side offers a superior view of the Lake Michigan crossing immediately after takeoff and typically provides a better angle for viewing the Baltimore city skyline and Inner Harbor during the final descent into BWI.
The right side offers a superior view of the Milwaukee lakefront upon departure and a higher likelihood of spotting Ann Arbor's iconic stadium and the Detroit city skyline during the descent.
The left side of the aircraft offers the most iconic views of this route, including the Lake Michigan coastline immediately after takeoff and a prime perspective of Lake Norman's intricate shoreline during the approach into Charlotte.