At Binaka in Gunung Sitoli: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: Strait of Malacca, Sumatran coastline, Nias Island (to the southwest), dense tropical forest canopy.

When taking off from Binaka (GNS), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats offer views of the Strait of Malacca and the Sumatran coastline as aircraft climb out northwestward from Binaka. Right-side views show only dense jungle interior with minimal visual interest during the initial departure phase. Notable sights include: Strait of Malacca, Sumatran coastline, Nias Island (to the southwest), dense tropical forest canopy.

When landing at Binaka (GNS), sit on the Right side for the best views. Binaka Airport's runway orientation (approximately 09/27) means most approaches come from the west over the Strait of Malacca. Right-side seats offer views of the strait's water, nearby islands, and the Nias Island coastline during descent. Left side faces inland terrain with less distinctive features during final approach. Notable sights include: Strait of Malacca, Nias Island coastline, small islands in the strait, mangrove-lined shores near the airport.

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