To GRR?
Tip: Sit on the right side for landing.
During the final descent, particularly on runway 26L, passengers can spot the Grand River and the urban core of Grand Rapids situated to the north of the approach path.
During the final descent, particularly on runway 26L, passengers can spot the Grand River and the urban core of Grand Rapids situated to the north of the approach path.
The right side provides an unparalleled panorama of the Chicago skyline including the Willis Tower and Navy Pier immediately after takeoff, followed by views of the Indiana Dunes and the lush West Michigan countryside.
The right side offers the most dramatic views, including the iconic Manhattan skyline immediately after takeoff and a spectacular perspective of the Great Lakes and the international border between the US and Canada.
The right side of the aircraft offers superior views of the Great Lakes coastline, the dramatic transition from the Appalachian Mountains to the Midwest, and clear sightings of the Cleveland and Detroit metropolitan areas.
The left side is the clear winner for its iconic views of the Manhattan skyline during departure and the dramatic geological formations of the Appalachian Mountains throughout the first half of the flight.
The left side provides the most dramatic scenery, starting with views of the Rocky Mountains during ascent and finishing with a panoramic entry over the Lake Michigan shoreline into West Michigan.
The left side offers superior views of the high Rocky Mountain peaks and avoids the harsh southern sun glare prevalent on eastbound flights.
The left side offers a stunning panoramic view of the Gulf of Mexico coastline during departure and provides the best angle for spotting the Lake Michigan shoreline during the final approach into Grand Rapids.
The right side offers superior views of the Atlantic coastline and Space Coast during initial climb, followed by the more dramatic ridges of the Appalachian Mountains and the Ohio River valley.
The right side of the aircraft is superior as it tracks parallel to the Lake Erie shoreline, providing views of the lake's vast expanse, the Erie Islands, and the coastal cities of Northern Ohio before crossing into Michigan's scenic interior.
The right side of the aircraft offers the most dramatic transition from the Appalachian foothills to the vast, shimmering expanse of Lake Erie, providing a clear view of the Ohio shoreline and the approach into western Michigan's river valleys.
The right side provides the most iconic views of the Atlanta skyline immediately after takeoff and a superior vantage point for the Appalachian foothills and the Ohio River crossing.
The left side typically offers the most dramatic views, including potential sightings of the Chicago skyline across Lake Michigan and better lighting for evening sunsets over the Great Plains.