The approach offers a scenic panorama of the Lake Huron coastline, the Alpena lighthouse, and the winding Thunder Bay River as the plane descends into the region.
The right side of the aircraft provides superior views of the Great Lakes coastline, specifically the vast expanse of Lake Huron and the scenic crossing of Saginaw Bay.
The left side offers a superior view of the Door County archipelago and the northern reaches of Lake Michigan, providing a scenic transition from the forests of Wisconsin to the coastal beauty of Alpena.