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AET â HUS
Which side of the plane to sit from Allakaket Airport (Allakaket) to Hughes Airport (Hughes)?
Left Side of the Plane
The flight from Allakaket to Hughes is a short, scenic jump across the Koyukuk River valley. The left side typically offers superior views of the dramatic river meanders and the distant, rugged silhouettes of the Brooks Range foothills.
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Koyukuk River Meanders
Spectacular aerial views of the winding river forming tight horseshoe bends through the wilderness.
Brooks Range Foothills
To the north and east, the jagged peaks of the southern Brooks Range provide a dramatic horizon.
Oxbow Lakes
Numerous crescent-shaped lakes formed from ancient river paths, reflecting the Alaskan sky.
Taiga Canopy
Dense carpets of black spruce and birch that define the interior Alaskan landscape.
Sit on the left to capture the most dramatic river geography. Since this is a very short flight (approx. 20-30 minutes), have your camera ready immediately after takeoff. In autumn, look for the brilliant gold of the changing birch leaves against the dark evergreens. Low-angle morning light provides deep shadows that highlight the terrain relief.
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Koyukuk National Wildlife Refuge
Expansive views of the protected wetlands, a critical habitat for migratory birds.
Wildlife Spotting
Scan the marshy river flats for moose, which are frequently seen near the water's edge.
Western Tundra
The vast, open landscape stretching toward the Seward Peninsula.
The right side is excellent for spotting large mammals like moose in the marshy lowlands. Polarized sunglasses are highly recommended to cut the glare from the numerous ponds and wetlands below. If flying late in the day, this side will catch the glow of the Arctic sunset.
Book Hotels in HughesDistance: 93 km (58 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 min
Departure: AET (66.5518035889, -152.621994019)
Arrival: HUS (66.04109955, -154.26300049999998)
Route Type: Domestic
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