At General Mitchell International in Milwaukee: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Lake Michigan shoreline, Milwaukee downtown skyline and harbor, Kinnickinnic River valley, suburban Milwaukee grid extending west.

When taking off from General Mitchell International (MKE), sit on the Left side for the best views. Milwaukee's primary runways (10L/28R and 10R/28L) typically depart eastbound or westbound. Departing east (the more common direction for traffic flow), the left side offers views of Lake Michigan's shoreline and the downtown Milwaukee skyline. Westbound departures show industrial areas and suburban sprawl, which are less visually distinctive. Notable sights include: Lake Michigan shoreline, Milwaukee downtown skyline and harbor, Kinnickinnic River valley, suburban Milwaukee grid extending west.

When landing at General Mitchell International (MKE), sit on the Left side for the best views. MKE's primary runways (10L/28R and 10R/28L) are oriented roughly east-west. Landing from the east (runway 28), the left side offers views of Lake Michigan and downtown Milwaukee's skyline. Landing from the west (runway 10), the left side shows the approach over suburban areas and the lake's western shore. Notable sights include: Lake Michigan (immediate left during easterly approaches), downtown Milwaukee skyline with BMO Harris Bradley Center, Summerfest grounds along the lakefront, suburban Milwaukee sprawl to the west.

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