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TAO → RMQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Liuting Airport (Qingdao) to Taichung Ching Chuang Kang Airport (Taichung)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the varied Chinese coastline, including the Yangtze River Delta and the islands of Zhejiang, followed by the scenic approach into Taichung's coastal region.
Qingdao Peninsula
Aerial perspective of the Lushan mountain range and the red-roofed coastal city of Qingdao shortly after takeoff.
Yangtze River Estuary
Observation of the massive silt plumes and intense shipping traffic near the Shanghai metropolitan area.
Zhoushan Archipelago
A spectacular cluster of hundreds of islands scattered across the East China Sea.
Hangzhou Bay
Potential views of major sea-crossing infrastructure along the Zhejiang coastline if visibility is clear.
Taichung Coastline
Detailed views of the Taichung port, industrial zones, and coastal wind turbines during the final approach.
The right side is ideal for capturing the transition from the industrial coast of mainland China to the Taiwan Strait. On clear days, you can spot the massive infrastructure of the Yangtze Delta. Morning flights are recommended to keep the sun behind the aircraft, highlighting the turquoise waters around the Zhoushan islands.
Open Yellow Sea
Vast expanses of deep blue waters during the initial cruise phase of the journey.
Xueshan Range
The rugged northern peaks of Taiwan visible during the descent into the island's airspace.
Central Mountain Range
The towering green backbone of Taiwan appearing as a massive wall to the east during the approach.
Pacific Horizon
High-altitude views of the cloud formations gathering over the distant Philippine Sea.
Sit on the left for the best views of Taiwan's interior mountains during the final 20 minutes of the flight. For afternoon flights, this side will be in the shade, providing more comfortable viewing without sun glare. Watch for the silhouette of the Central Mountain Range as you cross the 24th parallel.
Distance: 1,335 km (830 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 47 min
Departure: TAO (36.2661018372, 120.374000549)
Arrival: RMQ (24.26469993591309, 120.62100219726562)
Route Type: International
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