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Our Recommendation
8.8

Right Side of the Plane

The right side provides a superior perspective of the winding Appalachian ridges and is strategically positioned for the best possible views of the Finger Lakes and the iconic Niagara Falls during the descent into IAG.

Right Side Highlights
8.8
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Peace River

A clear view of the winding river system and the lush Florida interior during the initial ascent phase.

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Appalachian Ridges

The stunning 'Ridge and Valley' province of the Appalachians, featuring long, parallel mountain chains.

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Finger Lakes

The distinctive, long glacial lakes of Upstate New York, particularly Seneca and Cayuga lakes, visible during descent.

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Buffalo Skyline

The urban landscape of Buffalo and the historic architecture near the mouth of the Niagara River.

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Niagara Falls

The world-famous Horseshoe and American Falls, often visible with their signature mist cloud on the final approach into IAG.

The right side is essential for the best view of the Falls. If the aircraft approaches from the east or south, the Falls will appear prominently out the right window. In autumn, this side offers spectacular views of the changing foliage across the Finger Lakes region.

Left Side Highlights
7.5
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Charlotte Harbor

Aerial views of the Gulf of Mexico estuaries and the sprawling shoreline of Punta Gorda immediately after takeoff.

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Blue Ridge Mountains

The rolling, misty peaks of the Southern Appalachians visible as the flight crosses from Georgia into the Carolinas.

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Allegheny Plateau

Dense forest canopies and deep river incisions across the rugged landscape of West Virginia and Pennsylvania.

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Lake Erie Shoreline

The expansive blue horizon of the Great Lakes appearing on the left as the aircraft nears the New York border.

Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is excellent for viewing the transition from the flat Florida coastal plain to the dramatic vertical relief of the Appalachian Mountains.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,821 km (1,132 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 26 min

Departure: PGD (26.92020035, -81.99050140000001)

Arrival: IAG (43.1072998046875, -78.94619750976562)

Route Type: Domestic

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