The approach typically offers a clear view of the Springfield city skyline and the Missouri State University campus before the plane touches down at the airport.
The right side of the aircraft typically offers superior views of the Grand Canyon's northern reaches, Lake Mead, and the stunning red rock formations of southern Utah and northern Arizona during the initial phase of flight.
The right side offers superior views of the rugged Boston Mountains and the scenic winding shorelines of Table Rock Lake during the descent into Springfield.
The right side provides a superior view of the rolling Appalachian foothills and the intricate shoreline of Table Rock Lake during the descent into the Ozarks.
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the Chicago skyline shortly after departure and offers the most reliable view of the St. Louis Gateway Arch mid-flight.
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic Superstition Mountains upon takeoff and better visibility of the lush Ozark lake systems during the descent into Missouri.
While both sides offer diverse landscapes, the right side provides superior views of the Tennessee River's winding path and the most iconic approach views of the Ozark lakes and Table Rock Lake near Springfield.
The left side offers the most consistent views of the iconic Atlanta skyline upon departure and provides a front-row seat to the rugged, winding canyons of the Ozark National Forest and the Buffalo National River during the approach into Springfield.
The left side provides the most dramatic views of the Emerald Coast shoreline during departure and the winding waterways of the Ozark Mountains upon arrival.
The Right Side is slightly more scenic as it provides a better angle of the Southern Rocky Mountains during departure and offers views of the Ozark plateaus and recreational lakes during the descent into Springfield.