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Plane spotting at DET
Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport, Detroit
Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport (DET) in Detroit offers unique opportunities for spotters to catch a variety of general aviation and cargo flights. Identify and collect aircraft with FlightCatcherPro.
Where to spot
- ·Observation Deck
- ·East Side of Runway 3
Rare catches
Look for these types to grow your collection:
Cessna CitationBeechcraft King AirPiper Navajo
By the numbers
DET features a single runway and serves general aviation and cargo traffic.
Spotter tips
- ·Arrive early for the best parking spots.
- ·Bring binoculars for better viewing.
- ·Check the flight schedule for arrivals and departures.
Best time to spot
Late afternoon is ideal for spotting due to favorable light conditions.
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