Landing from the north provides a great view of the downtown skyline, the Pyramid, and the bridges over the Mississippi River.
The right side is superior for this route as it provides a front-row seat to the iconic Manhattan skyline during departure and a perfect view of the Mississippi River and downtown Memphis upon arrival.
The left side offers superior views of the Grand Canyon's vast northern expanse, the vibrant colors of the Painted Desert, and a more dramatic approach over the Mississippi River into Memphis.
The right side offers a spectacular aerial tour of the Miami coastline and the Atlantic ocean upon departure, followed by views of central Florida's lakes and a scenic approach into the Memphis metro area.
The Right Side is preferred for its superior view of the San Antonio skyline during departure and the spectacular crossing of the Mississippi River immediately before landing in Memphis.
The right side is superior primarily for the departure sequence at DCA, which often provides an unparalleled view of the National Mall, and the arrival into Memphis, which showcases the Mississippi River.
The right side offers superior views of major water bodies including Lake Ray Hubbard and Wright Patman Lake, followed by a dramatic crossing of the Mississippi River and the Memphis skyline upon descent.
The right side provides the most dramatic scenery, featuring the rugged transition from the Great Basin into the Rockies, the lush Ozark Mountains, and a front-row seat to the Mississippi River and Memphis skyline upon arrival.
The Right Side offers superior views of the highest peaks in the Appalachian chain and a better angle for the Nashville city skyline.
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the rugged landscapes of the Southwest and the Ozarks while avoiding the harsh direct sunlight typical of a southern-facing view on an eastbound route.
The right side provides the best perspective of the major river systems including the Ohio and Mississippi, as well as the scenic Land Between the Lakes and the Memphis city approach.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the industrial heartland, the scenic 'Land Between the Lakes' in Kentucky, and a dramatic final approach showcasing the Mississippi River and the Memphis skyline.
The left side offers superior views of the highest peaks in the Great Smoky Mountains and the most dramatic perspectives of the Mississippi River during the descent into Memphis.