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RGL → MPN
Which side of the plane to sit from Piloto Civil N. Fernández Airport (Rio Gallegos) to Mount Pleasant Airport (Mount Pleasant)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the northern coastline of the Falkland Islands, including the rugged inlets of West Falkland and the prominent Wickham Heights on East Falkland.
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Gallegos River Estuary
The wide, swirling sediment plumes where the Gallegos River meets the cold South Atlantic.
Pebble Island
A long, narrow island known for its white sandy beaches and diverse penguin colonies visible during low descent.
Wickham Heights
The rugged mountain range of East Falkland, featuring Mount Usborne, the highest point in the islands.
San Carlos Water
A deep-water fjord and historic site surrounded by steep hills on the approach to the airport.
Sit on the left (Port) for the best views of the northern coastline of the archipelago. Since this is a short eastbound flight, morning departures will have the sun on the right, providing better, glare-free photography lighting for the left side. Look for the 'Stone Runs'—unique prehistoric rock rivers—on the hillsides near the destination.
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Rio Gallegos Cityscape
Immediate views of the Santa Cruz provincial capital and its grid-like urban layout upon takeoff.
Lafonia Plains
The expansive, low-lying southern peninsula of East Falkland, dotted with hundreds of small peat ponds.
Choiseul Sound
A massive, intricate waterway that separates the northern and southern halves of East Falkland.
Southern Inlets
The complex network of bays and small islands that characterize the southern edge of the archipelago.
The right side is excellent for seeing Rio Gallegos immediately after takeoff and the vast, flat landscape of Lafonia before landing. Be aware that the sun will be on this side for most of the flight if traveling during the middle of the day, which can cause significant window glare. Use a polarizing filter if taking photos of the turquoise coastal waters.
Book Hotels in Mount PleasantDistance: 748 km (465 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 15 min
Departure: RGL (-51.6089, -69.3126)
Arrival: MPN (-51.82279968261719, -58.44720077514648)
Route Type: International
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