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FAI → CIK
Which side of the plane to sit from Fairbanks International Airport (Fairbanks) to Chalkyitsik Airport (Chalkyitsik)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the most dramatic views of the White Mountains' limestone ridges and a closer look at the winding Draanjik River on the approach into Chalkyitsik.
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Fairbanks Cityscape
A clear view of the Chena River winding through the heart of the Golden Heart City during the climb.
White Mountains
Spectacular limestone ridges and alpine tundra of the White Mountains National Recreation Area.
Draanjik River Meanders
Incredible oxbow loops and extreme river curves of the Black River system as you descend into the village.
Morning flights are ideal for this side, as the sun illuminates the eastern faces of the White Mountains. On the final descent, look for the small settlement of Chalkyitsik tucked into the bends of the river; the contrast between the wild river and the isolated village is striking.
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Tanana River
View the complex braided channels and glacial silt patterns south of Fairbanks immediately after takeoff.
Ray Mountains
Spot the distant, rugged peaks to the northwest as the aircraft reaches cruising altitude.
Yukon Flats Lakes
A massive expanse of the National Wildlife Refuge featuring a mosaic of thousands of small thermokarst lakes.
Keep your eyes peeled for the transition from the dense boreal forests of the Interior to the water-dominated landscape of the Yukon Flats. During winter flights, the low sun angle creates long shadows that emphasize the vast, flat topography.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 277 km (172 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 28 min
Departure: FAI (64.81510162, -147.85600280000003)
Arrival: CIK (66.6449966431, -143.74000549299998)
Route Type: Domestic
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