At Mau Hau in Waingapu: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: Flores Sea, Sumba Strait coastline, volcanic ridges of Sumba island, scattered smaller islands dotting the strait.

When taking off from Mau Hau (WGP), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of Flores Sea and the dramatic volcanic coastline as the aircraft climbs out. Most departures from WGP head northeast or east, positioning the Flores Sea and coastal topography on your right side during the initial climb. Notable sights include: Flores Sea, Sumba Strait coastline, volcanic ridges of Sumba island, scattered smaller islands dotting the strait.

When landing at Mau Hau (WGP), sit on the Right side for the best views. Waingapu airport (WGP) sits on the northern coast of Sumba Island. Most approaches come from the north over the Flores Sea, meaning the right side offers views of the dramatic volcanic peaks of Flores Island and the coastline of Sumba itself as you descend. The left side faces open ocean with minimal scenic interest. Notable sights include: Flores Island volcanic ridges (north), Sumba's northern coastline with its distinctive dry savanna terrain, the Flores Sea, and the airport's immediate surroundings showing the transition from ocean to the island's interior.

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