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PSC → DEN
Which side of the plane to sit from Tri Cities Airport (Pasco) to Denver International Airport (Denver)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point for the most iconic geography of the Mountain West, including the deep scars of Hells Canyon, the dense forests of the Blue Mountains, and a front-row seat to the snow-capped Front Range peaks of the Colorado Rockies.
Blue Mountains
Densely forested ridges of northeast Oregon that provide a dramatic change in terrain shortly after takeoff.
Hells Canyon
A glimpse into North America's deepest river gorge, carved by the Snake River along the Oregon-Idaho border.
Teton Range
Distant but recognizable silhouettes of the iconic Teton peaks standing tall in western Wyoming.
Longs Peak
The northernmost 'fourteener' in Rocky Mountain National Park, serving as a landmark for the Denver approach.
Front Range Transition
The sharp contrast where the high peaks of the Rockies meet the expansive Great Plains.
The right side is unbeatable for afternoon flights, as the sun sets behind the Rockies, casting long shadows and highlighting the vertical relief of the mountains. During winter, look for the brilliant white snow caps on the Medicine Bow Range. When landing at DEN, the right side often provides a clearer view of the Denver city skyline and the surrounding suburban expansion.
The Palouse
The unique, rolling loess hills of southeastern Washington and northern Idaho create a patchwork quilt effect.
Bitterroot Mountains
Extensive views of the jagged peaks and vast wilderness areas that define the Idaho-Montana border.
Snake River Plain
The broad volcanic crescent of southern Idaho, marking the path of the Yellowstone hotspot.
Casper, Wyoming
Visualizing the central hub of Wyoming situated along the North Platte River.
Sit on the left during early morning flights to see the morning sun illuminate the Palouse hills without having the sun directly in your eyes. This side is also excellent for spotting the sprawling wind farms in central Wyoming.
Distance: 1,370 km (851 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 50 min
Departure: PSC (46.26470184326172, -119.11900329589844)
Arrival: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Route Type: Domestic
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