Takeoff offers a prime view of the village of Kiana and the dramatic confluence of the Squirrel and Kobuk Rivers just beyond the runway.
The right side offers superior views of the intricate Kobuk River Delta and the vast Hotham Inlet, providing a stunning perspective of where the river meets the sea.
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.