MSY → TPA

New Orleans & Lake Pontchartrain

Catch a glimpse of the Crescent City and the massive Lake Pontchartrain bridge immediately after takeoff.

Mississippi River Delta

Observe the winding bayous and the bird-foot delta where the Mississippi meets the Gulf.

Emerald Coast

Brilliant white sand beaches and turquoise waters of Destin and Panama City Beach are clearly visible.

Mobile Bay

The historic bay and the Port of Mobile provide a distinct geographic landmark mid-flight.

Apalachicola National Forest

Dense green forests and winding rivers along the Florida Big Bend region.

Gulf of Mexico

Expansive views of the deep blue Gulf, often dotted with cargo ships and tankers.

Offshore Platforms

Look for oil rigs and gas platforms scattered throughout the coastal waters south of Louisiana.

Sunshine Skyway Bridge

On the descent into Tampa, look for the iconic yellow cables of the Skyway Bridge spanning the mouth of the bay.

Egmont Key

A small island at the mouth of Tampa Bay with a historic lighthouse and fort ruins.