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HUS → FAI
Which side of the plane to sit from Hughes Airport (Hughes) to Fairbanks International Airport (Fairbanks)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the massive Yukon River crossing and the intricate wetlands of the Minto Flats, with distant views of the Alaska Range.
Yukon River Crossing
A spectacular view of one of North America's longest rivers, featuring massive meanders and silt-laden waters.
Minto Flats
A vast, shimmering complex of lakes and wetlands that serves as a critical habitat for migratory waterfowl.
Alaska Range Horizon
On clear days, the southern horizon is dominated by the snow-capped peaks of the Alaska Range, including Denali.
Tanana River Valley
The braided river channels and the patchwork of agricultural land near Fairbanks during the final approach.
The right side is highly recommended for the best river views. During winter, the frozen Yukon patterns are breathtaking. For the best photography of the Alaska Range, choose an afternoon flight when the sun is behind you or directly overhead.
Koyukuk Wilderness
Dense stretches of emerald boreal forest and sprawling muskeg typical of the Alaskan interior.
Ray Mountains
View of the remote and rugged peaks of the Ray Mountains rising to the north of the flight path.
White Mountains
Look for the stark limestone ridges of the White Mountains Recreation Area as you approach the Tanana Valley.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the southern sun. Keep an eye out for the distinct geological transition from the flat Koyukuk basin to the rocky ridges of the interior highlands.
Distance: 326 km (203 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 33 min
Departure: HUS (66.04109955, -154.26300049999998)
Arrival: FAI (64.81510162, -147.85600280000003)
Route Type: Domestic
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