Passengers on the left side can often spot the downtown skyline and the river's path as the plane maneuvers for its final approach into the airport.
The left side offers the iconic aerial view of the Las Vegas Strip upon departure and provides a more direct perspective of the red rock formations in Utah and the high-altitude peaks of the central Colorado Rockies.
The left side offers a superior view of the Florida Gulf coastline during departure and typically provides a more direct angle of the St. Louis skyline and the iconic Gateway Arch as you head north.
The left side provides a strategic vantage point for the urban sprawl of Atlanta, the Cumberland Plateau, and the most iconic view of the trip: the St. Louis skyline and Gateway Arch as you approach the Mississippi River.
The left side offers superior views of the dramatic Mogollon Rim transition and the colorful Painted Desert, while avoiding harsh afternoon glare on eastbound flights.
The left side is superior for this eastbound flight as it offers a spectacular view of the northern Front Range and Longs Peak during departure from Denver, while avoiding the direct glare of the southern sun for most of the journey.
The right side offers superior views of the Ozark Plateau and the winding Lake of the Ozarks, plus a high probability of seeing the University of Iowa campus during the final descent into Cedar Rapids.
The right side offers superior views of the Nashville skyline, the sprawling Land Between the Lakes recreational area, and a better angle of the Mississippi River crossing into Iowa.
The right side of the aircraft offers superior views during the initial climb out of the Tampa Bay area, including the iconic Sunshine Skyway Bridge, followed by excellent vistas of the Tennessee and Ohio River systems during the mid-flight transition.
The right side is generally preferred for its iconic view of the Chicago skyline while crossing Lake Michigan and a better angle of the Mississippi River's industrial locks.
The right side offers superior views of the scenic Mississippi River bluffs and the edge of the Driftless Area, along with potential glimpses of Lake Michigan upon departure.
The left side offers superior views of the winding Mississippi River valley and the St. Paul skyline during departure, plus the unique topography of the Driftless Area.