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RMA → CTL
Which side of the plane to sit from Roma Airport (Roma) to Charleville Airport (Charlieville)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the small outback townships along the Warrego Highway and the distant rising silhouettes of the Carnarvon National Park foothills to the north.
Roma Gas Fields
Visible infrastructure of the local energy industry including gas wells and processing plants scattered near the town periphery.
Warrego Highway Corridor
Follow the iconic highway as it connects the tiny settlements of Muckadilla, Amby, and Mitchell across the flat terrain.
Carnarvon Range Foothills
On clear days, the distant northern horizon reveals the rugged edges of the Great Dividing Range transition zones.
Township of Mitchell
A perfect aerial view of this historic town and its grid layout approximately halfway through the short flight.
Warrego River Greenbelt
The lush vegetation lining the Warrego River provides a stark green contrast to the dry plains upon arrival into Charleville.
The right side is best for identifying landmarks. Morning flights offer the best lighting on the northern ranges without the sun shining directly into the window. Keep an eye out for the distinctive 'Big Rig' area as you depart Roma.
Maranoa River Systems
Winding river beds and seasonal creek lines carving through the semi-arid landscape shortly after takeoff from Roma.
Vast Cattle Stations
Expansive views of Queensland's cattle country, featuring large-scale grazing lands and isolated station homesteads.
The Red Horizon
As the flight moves west, the landscape shifts into deeper ochre and red tones, especially dramatic during afternoon flights.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to enjoy the glow of the outback sunset, though be mindful of the direct sun glare when flying west. Look for the geometric patterns of cattle yards scattered across the plains.
Distance: 251 km (156 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 25 min
Departure: RMA (-26.545000076300006, 148.774993896)
Arrival: CTL (-26.4132995605, 146.261993408)
Route Type: Domestic
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