At Eglin Afb in Valparaiso: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Choctawhatchee Bay, Santa Rosa Island, Gulf of Mexico coastline, Eglin Air Force Base runways and taxiways.

When taking off from Eglin Afb (VPS), sit on the Right side for the best views. VPS typically departs to the south or southeast, and the right side offers views of the Gulf of Mexico coastline and Choctawhatchee Bay. You'll see the barrier islands and coastal geography that define this region, whereas the left side shows inland pine forests with less distinctive features. Notable sights include: Choctawhatchee Bay, Santa Rosa Island, Gulf of Mexico coastline, Eglin Air Force Base runways and taxiways.

When landing at Eglin Afb (VPS), sit on the Left side for the best views. VPS typically uses runways 3/21, with most approaches from the south or east. A left-side seat gives you views of the Choctawhatchee Bay and the barrier islands along the Florida Panhandle coast during descent. You'll also see Eglin Air Force Base's extensive grounds and the contrast between developed areas and the bay's shallow waters. Notable sights include: Choctawhatchee Bay, Santa Rosa Island, Eglin Air Force Base runways and taxiways, Destin area to the southeast.

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