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PGV โ†’ CLT

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior vantage point for North Carolina's major urban centers, including the Raleigh skyline, the Research Triangle Park, and the scenic descent over Lake Norman into the Charlotte area.

Right Side Highlights
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Raleigh Skyline

A clear view of the state capital's downtown buildings as you bypass the city to the south.

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Research Triangle Park

The sprawling wooded campuses of one of the world's most prominent high-tech research hubs.

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Piedmont Triad

Distant views of Greensboro and the furniture industrial hubs of High Point.

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Lake Norman

Excellent views of North Carolina's largest man-made lake during the descent phase.

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Charlotte Motor Speedway

The massive oval of the famous NASCAR track can often be spotted on the right during arrival.

The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct glare. It provides the most consistent views of the Piedmont's urban development. Keep your camera ready during the final 15 minutes of the flight for Lake Norman and the Uptown Charlotte skyline.

Left Side Highlights
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Tar River

Winding river views immediately after takeoff from Greenville, showcasing the eastern NC coastal plain.

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Seymour Johnson AFB

Views of the massive runways and military installations near Goldsboro to the south.

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Carowinds

The tall rollercoasters of this major amusement park on the NC/SC border are visible during southern approaches.

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Lake Wylie

Detailed views of the reservoir's fingers and waterfront homes south of the Charlotte metro area.

Choose the left side for afternoon flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is better for spotting military aircraft patterns near Goldsboro and the distinct rollercoasters of Carowinds if the plane approaches CLT from the south.

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Route Information

Distance: 326 km (203 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 33 min

Departure: PGV (35.6352005, -77.38529968)

Arrival: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)

Route Type: Domestic

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