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The Long-Lost Observation Deck
In Ask the Pilot "short takes," mourning that rarest of airport amenities: the observation deck. At least Amsterdam still has theirs. (www.askthepilot.com) 更多...Sort type: [Top] [Newest]
We have a viewing area at FLL next to 10L with loudspeakers for the Tower frequency, and a Greenbelt Park on the south side that overlooks 10R.
South side of LAX has a hill in El Segundo that over looks the center of the terminal buildings. The city has thoughtfully provided benches and tables in what has to be the longest thin park in existence. A perfect afternoon consists of a box of chicken from nearby Dinah's, an aircraft scanner, and decent binoculars.
HPN has an observation area on the top floor o the terminal, I was surprised it was actually upgraded over eliminated through renovations a couple of years ago. Room to stand at the window or there are also seats. With a single jet runway you can't miss a thing from there and it overlooks some of the gates.
albany ny has a parking area at the south end with signage of types of aircraft
Delta Sky Club in ATL on Concourse F has an outdoor "Sky Deck" overlooking the Tarmac. It is very popular on nicer days. Since Concourse F is mainly for international departures there are generally larger aircraft around.
I fly into Vancouver BC Canada (CYVR) a few times a year and this is an except from the airport brochure. The Vancouver Airport Observation Area is a feature at Vancouver Airport, offering non-passengers a place where they can enjoy viewing aircraft operations and flights in and out of the airport. Aviation buffs and kids will especially enjoy spending some time here and there is no admission fee.
With over 5000 square feet, this area has seats for over 150 people. Over 130 linear feet of floor to ceiling windows provide an expansive view across the west side of the busy airport. Complimentary telescopes by the windows are great for catching up close views of the arriving and departing aircraft. A large interactive model of the airport, and interactive touch-screen kiosks provide all kinds of interesting information about the development of Vancouver International Airport and its day to day operations. There are also stations where you can listen to the live communications between Air Traffic Control and the aircraft that are operating in the area.
With over 5000 square feet, this area has seats for over 150 people. Over 130 linear feet of floor to ceiling windows provide an expansive view across the west side of the busy airport. Complimentary telescopes by the windows are great for catching up close views of the arriving and departing aircraft. A large interactive model of the airport, and interactive touch-screen kiosks provide all kinds of interesting information about the development of Vancouver International Airport and its day to day operations. There are also stations where you can listen to the live communications between Air Traffic Control and the aircraft that are operating in the area.