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To DAY?

Tip: Sit on the right side for landing.

Look for the Dayton city skyline and the distinctive massive hangars of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force during the final approach.

ORD β†’ DAY
Chicago to Dayton
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The right side is superior for this route because it offers iconic views of the Chicago skyline upon departure and provides the best perspective of downtown Dayton during the final approach.

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8.5
LGA β†’ DAY
New York to Dayton
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The left side is superior primarily for the departure sequence from LaGuardia, which frequently offers a stunning panorama of the Manhattan skyline, Central Park, and the Hudson River. As the flight progresses west, this side also provides better views of the distinct parallel ridges of the Appalachian Mountains in Pennsylvania and the capital city of Harrisburg.

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8.5
DCA β†’ DAY
Washington to Dayton
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The left side is superior for its proximity to the Pentagon and Arlington National Cemetery immediately after takeoff, plus scenic views of the southern Appalachian ridges and the Ohio River.

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8.5
TPA β†’ DAY
Tampa to Dayton
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The right side offers superior views of the Appalachian mountain range and the iconic horse country of Kentucky, along with the scenic lake regions of Central Florida shortly after takeoff.

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8.2
EWR β†’ DAY
Newark to Dayton
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The right side offers a superior vantage point for the Manhattan skyline during the initial ascent from EWR and provides better views of the Pocono Mountains and the Pittsburgh metropolitan area during the cruise phase.

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7.8
ATL β†’ DAY
Atlanta to Dayton
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The right side provides the most iconic views on this route, including a spectacular perspective of the Atlanta skyline shortly after takeoff and the rolling horse country of Kentucky during the descent.

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7.8
DEN β†’ DAY
Denver to Dayton
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The right side provides a superior view of major urban landmarks, including the Denver skyline and Pikes Peak upon departure, followed by the St. Louis Arch and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway during the trans-midwest crossing.

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7.8
MCO β†’ DAY
Orlando to Dayton
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The Right Side is preferred for this northbound trek as it provides a superior vantage point of the Appalachian Mountains' highest peaks and the meandering Ohio River during the final descent phase.

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7.8
MSP β†’ DAY
Minneapolis to Dayton
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The left side provides a superior vantage point for the Madison isthmus, distant views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline, and better lighting for morning flights.

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7.5
IAD β†’ DAY
Washington to Dayton
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The left side offers superior views of the iconic Blue Ridge Mountains and the expansive Shenandoah Valley immediately after departure from Dulles.

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7.5
BWI β†’ DAY
Baltimore to Dayton
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The left side offers superior views of the dramatic Appalachian ridge-and-valley formations and the scenic curves of the Ohio River during the descent into Dayton.

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7.5
PHL β†’ DAY
Philadelphia to Dayton
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The right side offers the most iconic views, including the Philadelphia skyline immediately after takeoff and a more dramatic perspective of the Appalachian ridge-and-valley province in Central Pennsylvania.

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7.5
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