About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Bradley International (BDL) to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Windsor Locks to Kirtland A.f.b.. While left seats offer good Connecticut River views during takeoff, right seats deliver superior scenery for the majority of the flight, particularly the dramatic Sandia Mountains during descent into Albuquerque. The landing approach provides more visually striking terrain than the takeoff phase.
What can I see during takeoff from Bradley International in Windsor Locks?
During takeoff from Bradley International (BDL), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left seats offer views of the Connecticut River valley and the Metacomet Ridge escarpment as the aircraft climbs westward. Right seats face inland terrain with fewer distinctive landmarks during initial climb. Notable sights include: Connecticut River, Metacomet Ridge, Hartford skyline, Long Island Sound (distant).
What can I see when landing at Albuquerque International Sunport in Kirtland A.f.b.?
When landing at Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right seats provide excellent views of the Sandia Mountains and the Rio Grande valley during descent into Albuquerque. The mountains dominate the eastern approach, and right-side passengers see them rise dramatically as the aircraft descends from the east. Notable sights include: Sandia Mountains, Rio Grande valley, Albuquerque city grid, Kirtland Air Force Base.
How long is the flight from Windsor Locks to Kirtland A.f.b.?
The flight from Bradley International (BDL) to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) takes 4h 15m.
What does the Windsor Locks to Kirtland A.f.b. flight path pass over?
Pennsylvania Appalachian ridges (Pocono Mountains region), Ohio River valley, Appalachian plateau terrain, West Virginia mountains, Kentucky bluegrass region, Ohio farmland, Indiana plains, Illinois Mississippi River crossing, Missouri Ozark plateau, Kansas plains, Oklahoma panhandle, Texas Panhandle, New Mexico high desert and mesas approaching Albuquerque