Departing passengers on the right side can enjoy spectacular views of the Calgary downtown skyline and the majestic Rocky Mountains to the west.
The left side is the preferred choice for this trans-Atlantic route as it faces north, providing the highest probability of witnessing the Aurora Borealis and offering spectacular views of the Greenland ice cap on northerly flight tracks.
The left side provides a front-row seat to the rugged Canadian Shield and the breathtaking northern coastline of the Great Lakes, featuring more dramatic elevation changes and island chains than the southern route.
The left side offers a spectacular and continuous view of the Canadian Rocky Mountains and the rolling foothills that define the Alberta landscape.
The Left Side is the clear winner for this northern route, offering prime viewing of the High Arctic's rugged terrain and providing the only opportunity to witness the Aurora Borealis during the night portion of the flight.
The left side of the aircraft offers spectacular, unobstructed views of the Canadian Rockies and Jasper National Park for the majority of the flight north.
The right side offers superior views of the Great Lakes coastline, Manitoulin Island, and the dramatic approach into Montreal over the St. Lawrence River.
The right side offers the most diverse scenery, including views of downtown Calgary upon departure, the vast expanse of the Great Lakes mid-flight, and a superior angle of Ottawa's historic landmarks during the descent.
The right side is generally preferred for the scenic approach into Toronto, offering iconic views of the city skyline, the CN Tower, and the vast expanse of Lake Ontario.
The right side offers a spectacular view of the Rocky Mountains during takeoff from Calgary and provides the best angle for the St. Lawrence River and the Bay of Fundy during the descent into Halifax.
The left side is prioritized for its spectacular overview of the Great Lakes and the high probability of viewing the Manhattan skyline and Central Park during the final descent into JFK.
The left side offers a stunning vantage point of the Canadian Rockies and the rolling foothills of Alberta as you travel north, providing much more dramatic topography than the eastern prairies.
The left side offers a superior view of the rugged Canadian Shield, the dramatic northern coastline of Lake Superior, and the iconic turquoise waters surrounding the Bruce Peninsula.