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Tip: Sit on the right side for takeoff.
Passengers on the right side enjoy views of the downtown skyline, Parliament Hill, and the scenic Gatineau Hills as the aircraft climbs away from the city.
Passengers on the right side enjoy views of the downtown skyline, Parliament Hill, and the scenic Gatineau Hills as the aircraft climbs away from the city.
The right side offers a spectacular, close-up panoramic view of the Toronto skyline and CN Tower during the final approach into Billy Bishop Airport, which is one of the most scenic urban landings in North America.
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point for the Greater Toronto Area skyline and the rugged textures of the Niagara Escarpment as the plane tracks along the northern shore of Lake Ontario.
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic Baffin Island coastline and the iconic, ice-filled Frobisher Bay during the final approach into Iqaluit.
The Left Side is the superior choice for this transatlantic journey because it offers the potential for stunning views of the Greenland ice cap and the best chance to witness the Aurora Borealis during the overnight portion of the flight.
The left side offers a front-row seat to the most iconic Canadian landscapes, including the dramatic North Shore of Lake Superior and the intricate island chains of Lake of the Woods.
The right side offers superior views of the rugged northern Rockies and the dramatic Coast Mountains, with better lighting conditions away from the direct southern sun.
The Left Side is superior for transatlantic flights from Canada to the UK because it offers the potential to see the Aurora Borealis during the overnight portion and provides a chance to glimpse the southern tip of Greenland's ice sheet on more northerly tracks.
The Right Side is preferred for its superior views of the Gatineau Hills immediately after takeoff, a better vantage point for the vastness of Great Slave Lake during the descent into Yellowknife, and the best positioning to view the Aurora Borealis away from the sun's glare on evening flights.
The left side is the preferred choice for this route because it provides the iconic view of the National Mall, including the Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument, during the famous 'River Visual' approach into DCA.
The right side provides superior views of the rugged Canadian Shield and the vast Lake Winnipeg. Most importantly, it offers the best panoramic perspective of the Canadian Rockies as you approach Calgary, especially during the descent when the mountains dominate the western horizon.
The left side is superior for the arrival phase into Chicago, as aircraft typically approach from over Lake Michigan, offering a direct view of the iconic downtown skyline and Willis Tower.
The right side offers a superior view of the Ottawa skyline including Parliament Hill shortly after takeoff, followed by a panoramic approach into Montreal featuring Lac Saint-Louis and the downtown skyline.