From MLI?
Tip: Sit on the right side for takeoff.
Passengers will see the Rock River winding through the landscape and the southern edges of the Quad Cities metropolitan area as the plane climbs.
Passengers will see the Rock River winding through the landscape and the southern edges of the Quad Cities metropolitan area as the plane climbs.
The right side offers superior views of the winding Mississippi River valley, the unique topography of the Driftless Area, and the most iconic views of both the St. Paul and Minneapolis skylines during the approach into MSP.
The left side is typically favored for this route as it provides a front-row seat to the Hoover Dam and the Las Vegas Strip during the most common landing patterns.
The right side offers a spectacular transition from the Midwestern plains to the colorful geological wonders of Northern Arizona, including the Painted Desert and the dramatic Mogollon Rim escarpment.
The left side is superior for this short hop, primarily for the final approach into Chicago. As the plane descends into O'Hare, the left side often captures the stunning panorama of the Chicago skyline and the Navy Pier, especially if the flight pattern routes over Lake Michigan before turning back toward the runways.
The Right Side offers a spectacular coastal approach, showcasing the white sand beaches of Clearwater and the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico before landing at PIE.
The right side is significantly more scenic during the final third of the flight, offering sweeping views of the northern Colorado Rockies and the iconic airport architecture.
The left side offers a superior perspective of the rolling Appalachian foothills and a stunning approach into Sanford that often showcases the Florida coastline and the St. Johns River.
The right side is generally superior for this route as it offers the best chance to see the iconic Chicago skyline and the Indiana Dunes while crossing the southern tip of Lake Michigan, followed by a close-up of Ann Arbor and the Detroit River on approach.
The left side is superior for its views of major water bodies like the Mississippi and the Ozarks, as well as a more common perspective of the Dallas city center.
The right side offers a superior view of the massive Tennessee River reservoirs and a higher probability of seeing the iconic Atlanta skyline during the final approach descent.