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Our Recommendation
8.2

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior vantage point of the massive Fort Peck Lake and the dramatic badlands of the Missouri Breaks, plus a prime view of the Snowy Mountains on a clear day.

Right Side Highlights
8.2
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Fort Peck Lake

The massive, sprawling reservoir on the Missouri River, visible shortly after takeoff.

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CMR National Wildlife Refuge

The rugged 'Missouri Breaks' landscape featuring deep coulees and dramatic erosion.

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Big Snowy Mountains

The silhouette of the island mountain ranges rising abruptly from the plains to the west.

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Musselshell River

A green ribbon of cottonwoods winding through the arid landscape near Roundup, MT.

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The Rimrocks

Famous sandstone cliffs that border the north side of Billings, seen during the final turn.

The right side is essential for seeing Fort Peck Lake, the largest body of water in Montana. Choose this side for evening flights to catch the sunset silhouettes of the distant mountain ranges. Keep a sharp eye out for the Fort Peck Dam, one of the largest earth-fill dams in the world.

Left Side Highlights
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Missouri River

The meandering path of the Missouri River shortly after departure from Wolf Point.

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Eastern Montana Plains

Vast stretches of high-altitude prairie and agricultural grids defining the Big Sky Country.

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Dryland Farming

Unique geometric patterns of wheat strips and fallow land characteristic of Garfield County.

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Billings Heights

The residential outskirts and suburban expansion of Montana's largest city during descent.

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BNSF Railway

Follow the industrial veins of the region as the plane aligns for its final approach.

Sit on the left for softer, front-lit views if flying in the morning. This side is better for spotting the winding Yellowstone River valley as you enter the Billings area from the northeast.

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Route Information

Distance: 340 km (211 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 34 min

Departure: OLF (48.0945014954, -105.574996948)

Arrival: BIL (45.80770111083984, -108.54299926757812)

Route Type: Domestic

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