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PGD → SGF
Which side of the plane to sit from Charlotte County Airport (Punta Gorda) to Springfield Branson National Airport (Springfield)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer diverse landscapes, the right side provides superior views of the Tennessee River's winding path and the most iconic approach views of the Ozark lakes and Table Rock Lake near Springfield.
Peace River
Watch the dark, tannin-stained waters of the Peace River winding through the Florida interior shortly after departure.
Talladega National Forest
Vast stretches of deep green pine forests across Alabama and Mississippi, broken by occasional red-clay clearings.
Tennessee River Bends
Spectacular views of the massive, serpentine Tennessee River as it loops through northern Alabama and Tennessee.
Table Rock Lake
On the descent into SGF, look for the sprawling, branch-like blue waters of this major Ozark reservoir.
Ozark Mountains
The rolling hills and limestone bluffs of the Ozark Plateau provide a dramatic and scenic backdrop for the landing phase.
The right side is ideal for morning flights, as the rising sun illuminates the Ozark terrain without causing glare. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing to capture the intricate shoreline of Table Rock Lake.
Charlotte Harbor
Immediate views of the turquoise waters and mangrove shorelines of the Florida Gulf Coast upon takeoff.
Emerald Coast
Distant views of the white sand beaches and barrier islands of the Florida Panhandle during the climb.
Mobile Bay
A clear view of the industrial port and the long causeways crossing the mouth of the Mobile River.
Mississippi Delta
The transition from the lush Gulf coastal plains into the fertile, patterned farmlands of the Delta region.
Arkansas Ozarks
Rugged, densely forested ridges and valleys as the plane begins its descent into the Ozark Plateau.
Choose the left side for sunset flights to witness the sun dipping over the Gulf of Mexico and the Mississippi River. During the midday, this side can be quite bright due to solar reflection off the water and clouds.
Distance: 1,570 km (976 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 6 min
Departure: PGD (26.92020035, -81.99050140000001)
Arrival: SGF (37.24570084, -93.38860321)
Route Type: Domestic
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