Raleigh is another airport that has a great mix of domestic traffic. Unfortunately with the proliferation of regional jets, you have to watch 5 or so of those operators before being able to get a glimpse of a Boeing or Airbus. There are 2 parallel main air carrier runways oriented 050 and 230 allowing for great sunlight from morning through to around 2 pm. The airport is surrounded by trees so afternoon perimeter shots are rare.
The one bright spot is that there is a public viewing area between both runways that is elevated and gives a decent view of the traffic on 23L/5R. (Southwest uses the other runway, so you don't have to be overwhelmed by canyon blue all day) The viewing area is located north of the passenger terminal and south of the cargo apron next to the FBO. Signs clearly direct you to the "Aircraft Observation Area".
http://www.rdu.com/whileatairport/obpark.htm
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| N535US - Delta B757-251 rotating off 23R |
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| N405US - USAirways 737-401 departing 23R |
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| C-FUJZ - Air Canada JAZZ CRJ-705 wheel up off 23R |
If the winds are favoring 23R you get two chances to capture your subject as the aircraft have to taxi by you to get to the end of the runway.
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| N676CA - Comair CRJ-900 taxiing to 23R |
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