At Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport in Brainerd: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Gull Lake, Whitefish Lake, the Mississippi River valley to the east, forested terrain of central Minnesota.

When taking off from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of Gull Lake and the Brainerd Lakes chain during initial climb. Most departures from BRD head northeast or northwest, positioning the lake system to your right as you gain altitude. Notable sights include: Gull Lake, Whitefish Lake, the Mississippi River valley to the east, forested terrain of central Minnesota.

When landing at Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD), sit on the Left side for the best views. Brainerd Regional Airport's primary runway (09/27) typically handles approaches from the east or west depending on wind. During eastbound approaches (common with prevailing westerly winds), the left side offers views of Gull Lake and the Brainerd Lakes chain, plus the town of Brainerd itself spreading across the landscape. The right side would face less developed terrain and fewer distinctive features. Notable sights include: Gull Lake, Brainerd Lakes chain, Brainerd city grid, Mississippi River valley to the south.

The best window seat at Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Brainerd (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.