At Louis Armstrong New Orleans International in New Orleans: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: Lake Pontchartrain (north), Mississippi River crescent bend (south/southwest), Industrial Canal (east), Bayou St. John (southeast).

When taking off from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY), sit on the Right side for the best views. MSY's primary runways (10L/28R and 10R/28L) typically depart eastbound or westbound. Eastbound departures (most common) give right-side passengers excellent views of Lake Pontchartrain's northern shore and the Mississippi River's crescent bend. Westbound departures favor the right side for views of the industrial corridor and river meanders south of the airport. Notable sights include: Lake Pontchartrain (north), Mississippi River crescent bend (south/southwest), Industrial Canal (east), Bayou St. John (southeast).

When landing at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY), sit on the Right side for the best views. MSY's primary runways (10L/28R and 10R/28L) are oriented roughly east-west. Most arrivals use eastbound approaches (landing on runway 10L or 10R), which means you'll be descending from the west with the Mississippi River and downtown New Orleans visible off your right wing. The right side also offers views of Lake Pontchartrain and the surrounding wetlands during the approach corridor. Notable sights include: Mississippi River (meandering south of the airport), Lake Pontchartrain (north), downtown New Orleans skyline (west), Crescent City Connection bridge.

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