MSY → ORD

Lake Pontchartrain Causeway

Look down shortly after takeoff to see the world's longest bridge over water stretching across the lake.

River Confluence

Spot the distinct point where the Ohio River meets the Mississippi River near Cairo, Illinois, often showing different water colors.

Chicago Skyline

A classic view of the Willis Tower and downtown skyscrapers during the standard arrival patterns over the lakefront.

Lake Michigan Shoreline

Deep blue water views and the sandy beaches of the Indiana Dunes as the aircraft turns toward the airport.

Mississippi River Meanders

Witness the dramatic loops and oxbow lakes of the Mississippi River as the flight tracks north from Louisiana.

St. Louis Horizon

On clear days, the Gateway Arch and the St. Louis metropolitan area are visible on the western horizon midway through the flight.

Prairie Patchwork

Extensive views of the perfectly gridded agricultural landscapes of central Illinois and the Ozark plateau edge.