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== | ==Spotting Locations== | ||
===Terminal 1 Concourse D Observation Deck=== | ===Terminal 1 Concourse D Observation Deck (Ticketed Passengers Only)=== | ||
The observation deck at MSP is located just prior to the Concourse D departure lounge, and is up a flight of stairs marked "Observation Deck", but the stairway and sign are somewhat concealed (it's immediately to your left as you transition from the hallway outside Quizno's to the departure lounge). The deck offers good views of Concourse C, D & E and on Runway 12L/30R, as well as traffic to and from Concourses A, B, C, D and E on the taxiway paralleling Runway 12L/30R. A lens of about 200mm on a 1.6 DSLR should be plenty for just about all operations visible from this location. The observation deck is covered by windows on all sides. | |||
===Terminal 1 Parking Ramps ($$$)=== | |||
While this option will cost you a few dollars, it gives you a great view of both the 12/30 runways and runway 4/22 as well. Drive up to the 8th or 9th floor, and you can walk (or drive) between the different ramps for different views. | |||
===Post Road Cell Phone Lot=== | ===Post Road Cell Phone Lot (Free)=== | ||
The observation lot which is marked "Cell Phone Lot" is for those who are not able to get into the terminal. From here you can view 12R/30L operations as well as see planes parked at concourse F & G. You are also able to see one of the DELTA maintenance hangers. | The observation lot which is marked "Cell Phone Lot" is for those who are not able to get into the terminal. From here you can view 12R/30L operations as well as see planes parked at concourse F & G. You are also able to see one of the DELTA maintenance hangers. | ||
From Highway 5: Take the Post Road exit and follow it west past a Super America gas station. The parking lot is on the left. | From Highway 5: Take the Post Road exit and follow it west past a Super America gas station. The parking lot is on the left. | ||
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Spotter notes: There is a large blast fence which blocks the right half of the area. This place is fantastic when 30L is in use as you can get a decent shot of every aircraft landing or departing. When 12R is in use generally you will miss all of the landings as they tend to exit to the left off the runway before they come into a good view. | Spotter notes: There is a large blast fence which blocks the right half of the area. This place is fantastic when 30L is in use as you can get a decent shot of every aircraft landing or departing. When 12R is in use generally you will miss all of the landings as they tend to exit to the left off the runway before they come into a good view. | ||
=== | ===Fort Snelling National Cemetery (Free)=== | ||
Enter cemetery off of 34th Ave South. There are a few entrances/exits. Spotting location is on the north side of the cemetery above the "Post Road Cell Phone Lot". All of the views are the same as the cell phone lot but with a very slight higher vantage point. Some trees could get in the way of viewing. Please be respectful in this area. If asked to leave please do so. | |||
===Dog Park === | ===Dog Park (Free)=== | ||
This location is on the NW side of the airport just west of 28th Ave S and south of Hwy 62. At this location you can view departures or arrivals on runways 17/35, 12L/30R and 12R/30L. Many planes taxi in this area. You can see Terminals 1 & 2 but the are in the distance. Plenty of parking and wide open space for spotting. | This location is on the NW side of the airport just west of 28th Ave S and south of Hwy 62. At this location you can view departures or arrivals on runways 17/35, 12L/30R and 12R/30L. Many planes taxi in this area. You can see Terminals 1 & 2 but the are in the distance. Plenty of parking and wide open space for spotting. | ||
=== | ===Mall Of America East Parking Ramp (Free)=== | ||
Located south of I-494 and east of 24th Ave South. Go to the top floor of the eastside parking ramp. You will get arrivals and departures of runway 17/35. Also a descent view of the Delta maintenance hangars. Mall security might ask you to leave if not using the mall. | |||
===New Cargo Area Spotting Lot (Free)=== | |||
Opening fall of 2015. Info will follow. | |||
== | ==Commercial Airlines & Plane Type== | ||
*Air Canada Express | *Air Canada Express | ||
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**Embraer 170 | **Embraer 170 | ||
==Cargo Airlines & Plane Type== | |||
*Bemidji Airlines | *Bemidji Airlines | ||
**Beech Queen Air | **Beech Queen Air | ||