On the left side during a southern approach, passengers can see the downtown Detroit skyline, the Detroit River, and the international border with Windsor, Canada.
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the iconic Manhattan skyline on departure, the unique geography of the Finger Lakes, and potential distant views of Niagara Falls.
The Left Side is preferred because it typically offers the most iconic views of the Manhattan skyline during the initial climb from LaGuardia and better sightings of the Lake Erie shoreline.
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the Chicago skyline while transiting Lake Michigan and offers a more scenic approach into Detroit via the Detroit River and Lake Erie.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the iconic Finger Lakes immediately after takeoff and the potential for a distant view of Niagara Falls and the Detroit-Windsor skyline during the descent.
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the Appalachian Mountains mid-flight and a spectacular approach over Lake Erie and the Detroit River into Michigan.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the most iconic landmarks on this route, including a direct view of the Toronto skyline and CN Tower, the curves of the Niagara Escarpment, and the impressive Detroit city center upon final approach.
The Left Side is superior due to its trajectory over the high latitudes, offering spectacular views of the Kamchatka volcanoes, the Alaskan wilderness, and the potential for Aurora Borealis during the night portion of the flight.
The left side offers unparalleled views of Michigan's most beautiful inland lakes, including the turquoise waters of Torch Lake, and provides a superior angle for the Detroit skyline and Lake St. Clair during the approach.
The right side provides a stunning transition from the Appalachian ridges to the expansive waters of Lake Erie and a prime view of the Detroit skyline during the approach.
The right side offers spectacular sunrise views over the Atlantic and Caribbean, plus a superior angle for the Florida coastline and the Great Lakes upon arrival.
The right side of the aircraft offers spectacular views of the Lake Erie shoreline, the Cleveland skyline, and the transition from the Appalachian mountains to the Great Lakes basin.
The right side offers superior views of the Appalachian ridgelines, the sprawling Lake Erie coastline, and the impressive Detroit city skyline during the final descent.