IRC → FAI

White Mountains

Striking limestone ridges and jagged peaks that stand out sharply against the surrounding green and gold tundra.

Steese Highway

The lonely gravel and paved road that serves as the only land connection between Circle and the outside world.

Wickersham Dome

A prominent hiking and navigation landmark located within the White Mountains National Recreation Area.

Goldstream Valley

Ancient mining sites and modern residences tucked into the hills just north of Fairbanks.

UAF Campus

The hilltop campus of the University of Alaska Fairbanks and the Museum of the North are visible just before touchdown.

Yukon River Basin

The massive, winding artery of the Alaska interior stretching eastward toward the Canadian border.

Distant Alaska Range

On clear days, the jagged peaks of the Alaska Range, including Mt. Hayes and Mt. Deborah, are visible on the southern horizon.

Tanana Valley

A vast expanse of boreal forest and wetlands that defines the geography of interior Alaska.

North Pole & Eielson

During the final descent, catch glimpses of the suburban sprawl of North Pole and the heavy aircraft at Eielson AFB.