At Drake Fld in Fayetteville: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Boston Mountains (eastern horizon), Illinois River valley (northeast), Ozark National Forest (east-southeast), Lake Sequoyah (visible on clear days, southeast).

When taking off from Drake Fld (FYV), sit on the Right side for the best views. Drake Field's primary runways (03/21 and 15/33) favor eastbound and northbound departures, which orient you toward the Boston Mountains and the Illinois River valley. The right side captures the rolling Ozark terrain, including the White River drainage system and forested ridges that define the landscape east and north of Fayetteville. Notable sights include: Boston Mountains (eastern horizon), Illinois River valley (northeast), Ozark National Forest (east-southeast), Lake Sequoyah (visible on clear days, southeast).

When landing at Drake Fld (FYV), sit on the Left side for the best views. Drake Field's primary runway (33) aligns northeast, placing the approach path over the Ozark plateau terrain to the west and northwest. The left side offers views of the Boston Mountains and the Illinois River valley, while the right side faces the flatter, less distinctive terrain east toward the Mississippi River lowlands. Notable sights include: Boston Mountains (western horizon), Illinois River valley, Fayetteville urban grid, Ozark National Forest (distant northwest).

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