The right side provides a clear vantage point of the Mott Foundation Building and the Flint River as the aircraft descends over the suburban landscape towards the airfield.
The left side offers superior views of the dramatic Utah red rock country, including Zion and Bryce Canyon, followed by a direct path over the highest peaks of the Colorado Rockies and a stunning crossing of Lake Michigan.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the most iconic landmarks on this north-bound route, including the Atlantic coastline upon departure, the dramatic Blue Ridge Mountains, and a spectacular aerial view of the Detroit skyline and the Great Lakes during the descent.
The right side offers superior scenery, including the rolling Appalachian foothills, the distant Great Smoky Mountains, and a spectacular aerial view of the Detroit skyline and Lake St. Clair during the descent into Michigan.
The Right Side provides a more consistent sequence of geographic landmarks, including the core of the Appalachian Mountains and a scenic crossing of the Great Lakes region before the final approach into Flint.
The Left Side is generally superior as it provides a sweeping view of the North Shore of Chicago during departure and a better perspective of the Michigan coastline as you cross the lake, followed by lush forest views in Central Michigan.
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the Lake Michigan crossing, offering views of the northern shoreline and the expansive Saginaw Bay upon approach to Flint.
The right side offers superior views of the Lake Erie shoreline, including the Cleveland skyline and the expansive blue waters of the Great Lakes as you approach Michigan.
The right side offers a superior mix of natural and urban landmarks, featuring the Lake Erie Islands, the heart-shaped Lake St. Clair, and the scenic St. Clair River waterway.