At Sidi Mahdi in Touggourt: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Grand Erg Oriental dunes (south/southeast), Oued Righ valley (north), scattered palm groves and settlements around Touggourt (immediate vicinity), Atlas Mountains foothills visible on clear days (far north).

When taking off from Sidi Mahdi (TGR), sit on the Left side for the best views. Touggourt sits on the northern edge of the Grand Erg Oriental sand sea. During typical northbound departures, the left side offers views of the dramatic transition from the Saharan dunes to the more settled northern plains, while the right side faces the monotonous interior desert. Notable sights include: Grand Erg Oriental dunes (south/southeast), Oued Righ valley (north), scattered palm groves and settlements around Touggourt (immediate vicinity), Atlas Mountains foothills visible on clear days (far north).

When landing at Sidi Mahdi (TGR), sit on the Left side for the best views. Touggourt sits on the northern edge of the Grand Erg Oriental sand sea. During typical eastbound approaches, the left side offers views of the dramatic transition from the Saharan dunes to the town's oasis settlement and irrigated date palm groves. The right side faces inland desert with less visual interest. Notable sights include: Grand Erg Oriental dunes, Touggourt oasis palm groves, Wadi Righ valley, town grid of Sidi Mahdi airport area.

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