Approaches often provide a clear view of the Arkansas River and the Downtown Wichita skyline, especially when landing from the north on runways 19L or 19R.
The right side offers an unparalleled view of the Grand Canyon's main expanse shortly after takeoff and the most consistent views of the Las Vegas Strip.
The left side provides a superior angle for viewing the Las Vegas skyline and the dramatic transition into the high Colorado Rockies while avoiding the harsh glare of the southern sun during afternoon flights.
The left side offers the most dramatic geological diversity, featuring the sharp drop-off of the Mogollon Rim, the colorful badlands of the Painted Desert, and the high peaks of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains.
The right side typically offers a stunning panorama of the Chicago skyline and the Lake Michigan shoreline immediately after takeoff from Midway, followed by sweeping views of the Mississippi River and the northern Flint Hills.
The right side offers a superior visual experience, primarily due to the immediate and dramatic views of the Rocky Mountain Front Range and Pikes Peak upon departure from Denver.
The right side offers the most iconic landmarks, including a clear view of the Mississippi River crossing at Memphis and the scenic rolling topography of the Ozark Mountains.
The left side is superior for its potential views of the iconic Chicago skyline upon departure and the undulating green terrain of the Flint Hills during the descent into Wichita.
The right side is preferred for the iconic view of Center City Philadelphia during takeoff and the more favorable lighting conditions when traveling westbound, avoiding the direct glare of the sun.
The right side offers a superior view of the Dallas skyline immediately upon departure and typically provides a better angle for spotting downtown Oklahoma City and the University of Oklahoma campus in Norman.
The left side provides a superior perspective of the Oklahoma City skyline and the expansive, geometric beauty of the Great Plains, especially during sunset.
The left side offers superior views of the Mississippi River valley during departure and provides a better perspective of the scenic Flint Hills region in Kansas during the descent.
The right side offers superior views of the sprawling Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex and several major North Texas reservoirs before transitioning into the rolling green landscapes of the Flint Hills region near Wichita.