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IAN â ORV
Which side of the plane to sit from Bob Baker Memorial Airport (Kiana) to Robert (Bob) Curtis Memorial Airport (Noorvik)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a more expansive view of the winding Kobuk River and the intricate network of wetlands leading toward the Selawik National Wildlife Refuge.
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Kobuk River Meanders
Spectacular aerial views of the river's horseshoe bends and silt-rich waters flowing west.
Selawik Wildlife Refuge
Vast expanses of wetland habitat to the south, home to diverse migratory bird species and moose.
Permafrost Polygons
Intricate geometric patterns in the tundra soil caused by the freezing and thawing of ground ice.
Sit on the left for the best view of the sun hitting the water in the afternoon. During autumn, the tundra turns a vibrant crimson, making for incredible photography. Look for moose moving through the willow thickets near the riverbanks.
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Baird Mountains
Stunning northern horizon views of the rugged peaks within the Brooks Range system.
Squirrel River Confluence
The point where the clear Squirrel River meets the silty Kobuk River shortly after takeoff from Kiana.
Noorvik Village Approach
A clear view of the concentrated settlement of Noorvik as the plane banks for its final approach.
The right side is ideal for catching the morning light reflecting off the Baird Mountains to the north. Keep an eye out for caribou trails, which appear as thin, braided lines across the mossy tundra landscape.
Book Hotels in NoorvikDistance: 31 km (19 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 min
Departure: IAN (66.9759979248, -160.43699646)
Arrival: ORV (66.81790161, -161.01899719999997)
Route Type: Domestic
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