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Tip: Sit on the right side for landing.
The right side provides a clear view of the winding Rideau River and the suburban landscapes of southern Ottawa during the final approach to the runway.
The right side provides a clear view of the winding Rideau River and the suburban landscapes of southern Ottawa during the final approach to the runway.
The right side offers a superior viewing experience, primarily due to the stunning visibility of the Greenland ice sheet and the dramatic glacial fjords of the Labrador coast.
The right side is superior on this route as it offers a high probability of seeing the spectacular glaciers of southern Greenland and the rugged, remote fjords of the Labrador coast. Additionally, sitting on the right side avoids the direct glare of the sun which remains on the southern (left) side for the duration of this westbound daylight flight.
The left side of the aircraft offers superior views of the rugged East Arm of Great Slave Lake and the transition from the subarctic wilderness to the Hudson Bay lowlands, plus it provides the optimal viewing angle for the Aurora Borealis during night flights.
The right side offers a superior perspective of the Manhattan skyline during departure, a direct view of the scenic Hudson River, and the stunning waters of Lake George and Lake Champlain during the cruise phase.
The left side offers a stunning sequence of the Atlantic coastline, the vibrant red landscape of Prince Edward Island, and a prime view of the Montreal skyline during the approach into the Ottawa corridor.
The right side offers a spectacular view of the Toronto skyline and CN Tower shortly after takeoff, followed by a scenic journey along the Lake Ontario shoreline and the historic Rideau Canal path.
While both sides offer vast landscapes, the Right Side (South) is superior for witnessing the massive scale of Lake Superior and the rugged beauty of the Georgian Bay coastline.
The left side offers a superior view of the Detroit skyline upon departure and the iconic Parliament Hill and Gatineau Hills when approaching Ottawa from the west.
The left side offers a superior perspective of the Manhattan skyline upon departure from LGA, followed by expansive views of the Catskills and the rugged Adirondack High Peaks during the northbound cruise.
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic Baffin Island coastline upon departure and the intricate patterns of the James Bay shoreline throughout the mid-flight.
The right side is generally superior as it offers expansive views of the Adirondack Mountains and typically provides the best perspective of the Ottawa skyline and the Ottawa River during the final approach.
The left side offers the definitive 'Toronto from Above' experience during takeoff from YTZ, followed by views of the Canadian Shield fringe and the Gatineau Hills upon arrival in Ottawa.