During the final approach from the east, the left side offers a scenic view of the Mississippi River and the city's historic landmarks and sports stadiums.
The right side offers an exceptional perspective of the meandering Mississippi River and the iconic St. Louis skyline, including the Gateway Arch, during the northern approach into Lambert.
The right side of the aircraft offers a more iconic sequence of landmarks, including the Detroit-Windsor international border and the best potential for viewing the Gateway Arch during the descent into St. Louis.
The right side is generally superior for this route as it provides a front-row seat to the meandering Mississippi River for a significant portion of the flight, along with views of the Memphis skyline and a better chance of spotting the Gateway Arch upon arrival.
The left side offers a premier view of the Shenandoah Valley and provides the most iconic perspective of the Gateway Arch and downtown St. Louis during the final approach from the east.
The left side offers iconic views of the Gulf of Mexico beaches upon departure and typically provides the premier vantage point for the St. Louis skyline and the Gateway Arch during the final approach.
The Right Side is preferred for its views of the Florida coastline during departure and the high probability of spotting the Gateway Arch and the St. Louis skyline during the descent into Lambert.
The right side offers a superior mix of urban skylines and natural waterways, including distant views of Chicago and the impressive confluence of the Mississippi and Missouri rivers.
The left side offers superior views of the major river systems and the urban transition as you approach St. Louis from the north, including the dramatic confluence of the Missouri and Mississippi rivers.
The left side is the winner for this route as it consistently follows the path of the Mississippi River and offers the most iconic views of the St. Louis riverfront and Gateway Arch upon arrival.
The right side offers superior views of the rugged Ozark Mountains and provides the most iconic perspective of the Gateway Arch and downtown St. Louis during the final approach.
The left side typically offers the most iconic views of the St. Louis skyline, including the Gateway Arch and downtown sports stadiums, during the final approach phase.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic ridges of the Sierra Madre Occidental, the sprawling Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, and the iconic 'dragon' shape of the Lake of the Ozarks during the descent.