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Best window seat at Tjilik Riwut Airport

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Taking offLEFT

Kahayan River, Palangkaraya city and its bridge, surrounding peat swamp forest

LandingRIGHT

Kahayan River, Palangkaraya city, extensive peat swamp forest and plantations

🛫 Taking Off from Palangkaraya (PKY)

Best sideLeft
WhyDeparting south-southeast on runway 16, the Kahayan River and Palangkaraya's riverside city grid unfold on the left side of the aircraft as you climb out. The river's winding brown water cutting through the green forest canopy is the most distinctive feature in this flat, forested part of Central Kalimantan. The right side mostly shows uniform rainforest and peat swamp with no major landmarks.
Look forKahayan River, Palangkaraya city and its bridge, surrounding peat swamp forest, patchwork of cleared agricultural land near the river

🛬 Landing at Palangkaraya (PKY)

Best sideRight
WhyLanding on runway 16 means approaching from the north and flying south, with the city of Palangkaraya and the Kahayan River sitting just west of the airport. That puts the winding river, the city grid, and the surrounding peat swamp forest on the right side of the aircraft during final approach.
Look forKahayan River, Palangkaraya city, extensive peat swamp forest and plantations, scattered tributary channels

Tjilik Riwut Airport is a modest regional airport with a single runway and a compact terminal, serving as the main air link between Palangkaraya and other Indonesian cities like Jakarta and Surabaya.

⛰️ Elevation82 ft
🛫 Runways1 (16/34)

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About This Airport

Which side of the plane has the best views at Tjilik Riwut Airport (PKY)?

At Tjilik Riwut Airport in Palangkaraya: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: Kahayan River, Palangkaraya city and its bridge, surrounding peat swamp forest, patchwork of cleared agricultural land near the river.

What can I see during takeoff from Tjilik Riwut Airport in Palangkaraya?

When taking off from Tjilik Riwut Airport (PKY), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing south-southeast on runway 16, the Kahayan River and Palangkaraya's riverside city grid unfold on the left side of the aircraft as you climb out. The river's winding brown water cutting through the green forest canopy is the most distinctive feature in this flat, forested part of Central Kalimantan. The right side mostly shows uniform rainforest and peat swamp with no major landmarks. Notable sights include: Kahayan River, Palangkaraya city and its bridge, surrounding peat swamp forest, patchwork of cleared agricultural land near the river.

What can I see when landing at Tjilik Riwut Airport in Palangkaraya?

When landing at Tjilik Riwut Airport (PKY), sit on the Right side for the best views. Landing on runway 16 means approaching from the north and flying south, with the city of Palangkaraya and the Kahayan River sitting just west of the airport. That puts the winding river, the city grid, and the surrounding peat swamp forest on the right side of the aircraft during final approach. Notable sights include: Kahayan River, Palangkaraya city, extensive peat swamp forest and plantations, scattered tributary channels.

What factors affect the best window seat at Tjilik Riwut Airport?

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