Clutter's Park (Imperial Hill)
423 E Imperial Ave, El Segundo, CA 90245
- What you'll see
- Runway 25R departures (some cross in front of the tower), 25L arrivals holding short, taxiing traffic, Tom Bradley International Terminal and cargo ramps.
- Best time / light
- Light is good most of the day per NYCAviation. 250–400mm lens recommended.
- Parking & access
- No lot. Free parallel parking on E Imperial Ave (not Imperial Hwy). Small sidewalk strip with a few benches and no restrooms. Beach Cities Transit 109 stops nearby.
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Sources: www.nycaviation.com · 1lens2.com
In-N-Out / Airplane Landing View Point
9149 S Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045
- What you'll see
- Runway 24R arrivals passing low overhead (rare 6L/R departures).
- Best time / light
- Planes are backlit for photos most of the day. Great at night for panning shots.
- Parking & access
- Free street parking on W 92nd St on the north side of the small public park. In-N-Out is private property: use the park across the street, and do NOT shoot from the parking garage. Don't climb approach-light structures.
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Sources: www.nycaviation.com · simpleflying.com
The Proud Bird restaurant
The Proud Bird, Aviation Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
- What you'll see
- North-facing terrace views of runway 25L arrivals.
- Best time / light
- Not verified.
- Parking & access
- Restaurant patio for customers.
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Sources: simpleflying.com