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SEA → EAT
Which side of the plane to sit from Seattle Tacoma International Airport (Seattle) to Pangborn Memorial Airport (Wenatchee)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unparalleled, close-up view of the majestic Mount Rainier shortly after takeoff, followed by a dramatic traversal of the rugged Stuart Range and Mission Ridge before descending into the Columbia River valley.
Mount Rainier
Spectacular, unobstructed views of Washington's highest peak, often appearing close enough to touch shortly after takeoff.
Mount Stuart
A stunning look at the jagged granite spires of the Stuart Range, one of the most rugged massifs in the state.
Mission Ridge
View of the ski runs and rocky outcrops overlooking the Wenatchee basin just before landing.
Columbia River
The dramatic winding river that defines the geography of Central Washington as it cuts through the desert landscape.
Mount Adams
Visible in the distance to the south, standing behind Mount Rainier on clear, high-visibility days.
The right side is the premium choice for this route. Watch for Mount Rainier immediately after the aircraft turns east. Afternoon flights are particularly scenic as the sun illuminates the eastern slopes of the Cascades and the deep canyons of the Columbia River.
Seattle Skyline & Lake Washington
Panoramic views of downtown Seattle, the Space Needle, and the expansive residential shores of Lake Washington.
Mount Baker
On clear days, the massive glaciated profile of the northernmost volcano is visible on the horizon.
Glacier Peak
A view of the remote and heavily glaciated wilderness volcano deep in the North Cascades.
Alpine Lakes Wilderness
High-altitude glacial lakes nestled within the craggy granite peaks of the Central Cascades.
Wenatchee River Valley
The lush green valley leading into the Apple Capital of the World as the plane begins its final approach.
Sit on the left for the best views of Seattle's northern suburbs and the remote Glacier Peak wilderness. Morning flights provide excellent lighting on the northern slopes of the Cascades, highlighting the deep blues of the mountain lakes.
Distance: 158 km (98 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 16 min
Departure: SEA (47.449001, -122.308998)
Arrival: EAT (47.3988990784, -120.207000732)
Route Type: Domestic
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