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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a spectacular view of the Atlantic coastline immediately after takeoff, followed by the most dramatic vistas of the Appalachian ridges and the deep, forested valleys of West Virginia.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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The Grand Strand

Uninterrupted views of the Myrtle Beach coastline and the Atlantic Ocean during the initial climb out of MYR.

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Pilot Mountain

The distinctive quartzite knob in North Carolina that stands out sharply from the surrounding Piedmont landscape.

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New River Gorge Area

The rugged, deeply incised canyons and dense forests of West Virginia's mountainous heartland.

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Columbus Distant Skyline

Depending on the flight path, the cityscape of Ohio's capital may be visible as you head toward the Indiana border.

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Maumee River Valley

The winding river basin that characterizes the final descent into the Fort Wayne area.

Sit on the right for the iconic 'beach view' immediately after takeoff. This side is superior for seeing the dramatic terrain changes of West Virginia. For morning flights, the sun will illuminate the eastern slopes of the mountains, making the topography much easier to distinguish. Look for the sharp contrast between the jagged mountains and the flat Ohio plains.

Left Side Highlights
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Waccamaw National Wildlife Refuge

Aerial views of the extensive coastal wetlands and winding blackwater rivers just inland from Myrtle Beach.

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Blue Ridge Mountains

Vistas of the rolling, haze-covered peaks of the southern Appalachian range stretching toward the horizon.

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Ohio River Crossing

A clear view of the massive river that serves as the border between the Appalachian plateau and the Midwest.

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Midwestern Patchwork

The transition into Indiana features perfectly manicured geometric farmland patterns and rural homesteads.

Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. This side provides a better view of the southern Appalachian peaks and the sprawl of small mountain towns. During winter, keep an eye out for frozen lakes in northern Ohio and Indiana which appear like white glass from above.

Top Activities in Fort Wayne
Route Information

Distance: 982 km (610 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 38 min

Departure: MYR (33.6796989441, -78.9282989502)

Arrival: FWA (40.97850037, -85.19509888)

Route Type: Domestic

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