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Our Recommendation
7.5

Right Side of the Plane

The Right Side is generally superior for this flight as it offers the best perspective of the Columbia, SC skyline mid-flight and the iconic Uptown Charlotte skyscrapers during the final descent into CLT.

Right Side Highlights
7.5
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Columbia Skyline

A clear view of the South Carolina State House and the downtown area of Columbia.

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Lake Murray

A sprawling man-made lake west of Columbia, easily identified by its massive dam structure.

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Uptown Charlotte

The premier view of the trip, featuring the concentrated skyscrapers of the Queen City's financial district.

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Catawba River

The winding river valley that serves as a scenic backdrop for the suburban landscape south of Charlotte.

Sit on the right side for the best chance at seeing the Charlotte skyline; however, be aware that morning flights will face direct sunlight on this side. Keep your camera ready about 10-15 minutes before landing as the aircraft maneuvers through the busy Charlotte airspace.

Left Side Highlights
6.2
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Georgia Piedmont

Vast stretches of the Southern Piedmont's dense pine forests and rolling agricultural land.

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Crowders Mountain

Distinctive monadnocks that rise sharply from the surrounding terrain near the North Carolina border.

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Lake Wylie

A massive reservoir spanning the South and North Carolina border, visible just before touchdown.

Choose the left side for afternoon or evening flights to enjoy the sunset colors over the distant Appalachian foothills. It is also the shaded side of the aircraft during north-bound midday flights, providing better visibility without glare.

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Route Information

Distance: 623 km (387 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 2 min

Departure: TLH (30.396499633789062, -84.35030364990234)

Arrival: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)

Route Type: Domestic

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