At Stella Maris in Stella Maris: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Exuma Cays chain, turquoise shallow banks, Cat Island coastline, Atlantic Ocean horizon.

When taking off from Stella Maris (SML), sit on the Left side for the best views. Stella Maris is on the northern tip of Cat Island, and most departures head northwest or north over the Exuma Cays. The left side gives you immediate views of the shallow turquoise banks and cay formations that define this region, plus the deeper Atlantic beyond. Notable sights include: Exuma Cays chain, turquoise shallow banks, Cat Island coastline, Atlantic Ocean horizon.

When landing at Stella Maris (SML), sit on the Left side for the best views. Stella Maris Airport sits on the northern tip of Long Island, and standard approach vectors typically come from the north or northeast. The left side offers views of the shallow turquoise banks and reef systems along the eastern shore of Long Island, plus the contrast between the deep ocean and the island's interior during descent. Notable sights include: Turquoise shallow banks east of Long Island, the darker deep Atlantic waters beyond the reef line, Long Island's pine forest interior, and the small settlement cluster around the airport.

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