At Norfolk Ns in Norfolk: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: Elizabeth River, Hampton Roads, Naval Station Norfolk (carrier piers and dry docks), Sewells Point, Chesapeake Bay shoreline.

When taking off from Norfolk Ns (NGU), sit on the Left side for the best views. Norfolk International typically departs to the north or northeast, and the left side offers views of the Elizabeth River, Hampton Roads waterway, and the naval installations around Naval Station Norfolk—the world's largest naval base. You'll also see the broader Chesapeake Bay geography unfolding as you climb. Notable sights include: Elizabeth River, Hampton Roads, Naval Station Norfolk (carrier piers and dry docks), Sewells Point, Chesapeake Bay shoreline.

When landing at Norfolk Ns (NGU), sit on the Right side for the best views. Norfolk International Airport primarily uses runways 03/21 and 05/23, with most commercial traffic landing on runway 03 (heading northeast). Right-side seats offer excellent views of the Elizabeth River, Hampton Roads waterway, and the Norfolk Naval Station complex during the final approach from the south and southwest. Notable sights include: Elizabeth River, Hampton Roads, Norfolk Naval Station (carrier piers visible), Downtown Norfolk skyline, Sewells Point peninsula.

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