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Our Recommendation
7.2

Right Side of the Plane

The right side provides a more diverse view of the Ozark and Ouachita mountain ranges, offering superior topographic interest compared to the flatter delta lands to the east.

Right Side Highlights
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Ozark Mountains

The rolling hills and deep limestone valleys of the Ozark Plateau in southern Missouri.

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Ozark National Forest

Vast stretches of dense hardwood and pine forests covering the rugged terrain of northern Arkansas.

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Arkansas River

A major waterway snaking through the landscape west of Little Rock and the capital region.

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Ouachita National Forest

Unique east-west oriented mountain ridges and clear mountain lakes in western Arkansas.

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Lake Conroe

A large reservoir that serves as a landmark for the entry into the northern Greater Houston area.

This side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be behind the aircraft, providing perfect lighting for the Ozark terrain. Keep a lookout about 20 minutes after takeoff for the start of the mountain ranges. It is the most scenic portion of the flight before the terrain flattens in East Texas.

Left Side Highlights
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Mississippi River

Visible shortly after departure as the plane tracks south along the border of Missouri and Illinois.

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Arkansas Delta

Expansive views of the flat, fertile agricultural lands of the Mississippi Alluvial Plain.

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Memphis Skyline

On exceptionally clear days, catch distant views of the Memphis skyline on the eastern horizon.

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Lake Livingston

A massive reservoir on the Trinity River visible during the final descent into the Texas region.

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Houston Skyline

Excellent views of the downtown skyscraper cluster during the landing sequence if approaching from the north.

Watch for the Mississippi River immediately after takeoff from STL. For morning flights, this side will face the sun, which may cause glare; however, it is the better side for seeing the Houston skyline during specific northern approach patterns into IAH.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,076 km (669 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 26 min

Departure: STL (38.748697, -90.370003)

Arrival: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)

Route Type: Domestic

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