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FAI → AET
Which side of the plane to sit from Fairbanks International Airport (Fairbanks) to Allakaket Airport (Allakaket)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior view of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline and the Dalton Highway corridor, framed by the limestone ridges of the White Mountains and the crossing of the Yukon River.
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White Mountains
Striking limestone ridges that offer a stark, bright contrast to the surrounding dark green spruce forests.
Trans-Alaska Pipeline
The iconic silver pipeline is often visible as a thin thread cutting through the wilderness parallel to the road.
Yukon River
A spectacular crossing of one of the longest rivers in North America, often near the famous E.L. Patton Bridge.
Dalton Highway
View the lonely Haul Road as it snakes its way north toward the Arctic Circle and the Brooks Range.
The right side is ideal for spotting human-made marvels in the wilderness. Watch for the pipeline and the Dalton Highway about 15-20 minutes into the flight. During winter, the contrast between the cleared road/pipeline corridor and the snowy forest makes them significantly easier to spot. Keep your camera ready for the Yukon River crossing roughly halfway to Allakaket.
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Minto Flats
Vast wetlands and a labyrinth of lakes west of Fairbanks, providing a glinting landscape during summer months.
Ray Mountains
Remote and rugged interior peaks that dominate the skyline midway through the flight.
Kanuti Wildlife Refuge
A massive expanse of boreal forest and muskeg that is a prime habitat for caribou and moose.
Choose the left side for evening flights to experience the late-night sun over the Yukon-Koyukuk region. In early fall, this side offers great views of the changing tundra colors in the Ray Mountains. Look for the winding Tanana River shortly after takeoff from Fairbanks.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 291 km (181 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 29 min
Departure: FAI (64.81510162, -147.85600280000003)
Arrival: AET (66.5518035889, -152.621994019)
Route Type: Domestic
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