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FSP → YHZ
Which side of the plane to sit from St Pierre Airport (St.-pierre) to Halifax / Stanfield International Airport (Halifax)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a front-row seat to the rugged landscapes of the Atlantic coast, featuring the charming town of Saint-Pierre, the hills of Cape Breton, and the intricate coastline of Nova Scotia.
Saint-Pierre Town
A stunning aerial view of the colorful French architecture and the bustling harbor of Saint-Pierre immediately after takeoff.
Burin Peninsula
The dramatic, rocky southern cliffs of Newfoundland are often visible shortly after departure if the weather is clear.
Bras d'Or Lake
The massive 'inland sea' of Cape Breton Island, characterized by deep blue waters surrounded by lush green mountains.
Canso Causeway
The thin strip of land and rock that connects Cape Breton Island to mainland Nova Scotia, separating the St. Georges Bay and Chedabucto Bay.
Nova Scotian Wilderness
Dense evergreen forests and thousands of small freshwater lakes that define the interior of the province as you descend into YHZ.
Sit on the right side for the best land-based scenery. This side provides the most interesting geographic features including the Bras d'Or Lake and the transition from island to mainland. If flying in autumn, the right side will showcase the vibrant foliage of the Cape Breton Highlands.
The North Atlantic
Uninterrupted views of the deep blue Atlantic Ocean where the cold Labrador Current meets the warmer Gulf Stream.
Whale Migration Paths
On clear days, particularly in summer, keep an eye on the water surface for breaching whales near the continental shelf.
Nova Scotia Eastern Shore
As the plane turns for its final approach into Halifax, you will see the white sands and crashing waves of Lawrencetown and Clam Harbour.
The left side is best for early morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. While mostly over water, it offers the most serene views of the sunrise and the final dramatic turn toward the Nova Scotian coastline near Lawrencetown Beach.
Distance: 605 km (376 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 1 min
Departure: FSP (46.762901306152344, -56.17309951782226)
Arrival: YHZ (44.880798339799995, -63.508598327600005)
Route Type: International
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