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PIB → ATL
Which side of the plane to sit from Hattiesburg Laurel Regional Airport (Hattiesburg/Laurel) to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a more dynamic landscape, featuring the transition from the Mississippi piney woods to the rolling foothills of the Southern Appalachian Mountains and potential views of the Atlanta skyline upon approach.
Laurel, Mississippi
Shortly after takeoff, view the 'City Beautiful' known for its heavy tree canopy and historic architecture.
Meridian Skyline
Look north to see the historic city of Meridian, a major rail hub in the Deep South.
Talladega National Forest
Fly over the southern tip of the Appalachian range, characterized by dense pine and hardwood ridges.
Cheaha Mountain
Spot the highest point in Alabama, located in the Talladega Mountains, visible to the North.
Atlanta Skyline
During the descent into ATL, the left side often provides a distant view of the Midtown and Downtown skyscrapers.
Sit on the left side (Seat A/B) for the best chance of seeing the Atlanta skyline if the aircraft approaches from the west and turns base toward the north. Evening flights are particularly scenic as the sun illuminates the Appalachian foothills to your north.
Leaf River Meanders
See the winding, oxbow-heavy river systems of southern Mississippi shortly after departure.
Lake Martin
A massive, clear-water reservoir in East Alabama known for its craggy shoreline and islands.
Chattahoochee River
The major waterway marking the border between Alabama and Georgia, visible during the final phase of the flight.
ATL Runway Complex
Excellent views of the massive Hartsfield-Jackson terminal and runway layout during the final approach path.
The right side (Seat E/F) is ideal for spotting the large reservoirs of East Alabama. Keep an eye out for West Point Lake near the Georgia border. If the airport is landing to the East, you will get a great look at the southern cargo facilities of ATL.
Distance: 519 km (322 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 52 min
Departure: PIB (31.467100143432617, -89.33709716796875)
Arrival: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Route Type: Domestic
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