When approaching from the east for a runway 28 landing, the right side offers a prime view of the downtown Pittsburgh skyline and the iconic confluence of the Three Rivers.
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic geological transitions from the High Sierra peaks and Utah's red rock canyons to the jagged Colorado Rockies.
The right side offers a superior view of the iconic National Mall landmarks upon departure from DCA and provides a better perspective of the Pittsburgh skyline and the 'Golden Triangle' during the final approach into PIT.
The right side typically offers the most iconic views of the American West, including a prime perspective of the Grand Canyon's depth and the vibrant lights of the Las Vegas Strip.
The left side offers a superior visual experience, featuring iconic views of the Manhattan skyline upon departure and the most direct perspective of the Pittsburgh 'Golden Triangle' and its famous river confluence during the approach.
The Right Side offers an iconic perspective of the American Southwest, including the Hoover Dam and the northern edge of the Grand Canyon, followed by clear views of the Mississippi River and major Midwestern landmarks.
The left side offers a superior sequence of turquoise island chains in the Bahamas followed by a scenic crossing of the Florida coastline and the rolling Appalachian Mountains.
The right side is generally superior for westbound transatlantic flights from Europe to the US, offering the highest probability of viewing the majestic Greenland ice sheet, the rugged Labrador coast, and avoiding the direct glare of the sun which remains to the south.
The right side provides the best opportunities to see the skylines of both Cincinnati and Pittsburgh, alongside the scenic winding path of the Ohio River and the rolling foothills of the Appalachian Mountains.
The right side is generally superior for this route as it offers the most iconic views of the Appalachian mountain ridges and provides a better vantage point for the Pittsburgh city skyline and the 'Three Rivers' confluence during the final approach.
The left side is premier for this route, offering a clear view of the Dallas skyline upon departure and the iconic Three Rivers confluence of Pittsburgh during the standard landing pattern.
The left side provides a more dramatic perspective of the Appalachian ridges and is strategically positioned to view the Pittsburgh skyline and the Monongahela River during standard arrival patterns.
The Right Side is the clear winner for its high-probability views of the Manhattan skyline during departure from JFK and the scenic rolling landscapes of the Pocono Mountains.