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KKA → UNK
Which side of the plane to sit from Koyuk Alfred Adams Airport (Koyuk) to Unalakleet Airport (Unalakleet)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers expansive views of Norton Sound and the dramatic, isolated Besboro Island, which is a major highlight of this coastal hop.
Besboro Island
A steep-sided, uninhabited volcanic island that rises sharply out of the water in Norton Bay.
Norton Sound
An arm of the Bering Sea known for its shallow waters and significant role in the Iditarod trail.
Bering Sea Pack Ice
From November to May, witness the shifting, jagged patterns of sea ice and open leads.
Oceanic Horizon
Uninterrupted views toward the edge of the Bering Sea, spectacular during the long Arctic golden hours.
The right side is superior for maritime scenery. Keep your camera ready for Besboro Island roughly midway through the flight. If flying during late afternoon in autumn, the sun reflecting off the Bering Sea creates a stunning silver-screen effect.
Koyuk River Delta
Intricate silty patterns where the Koyuk River empties into the Norton Bay.
Village of Shaktoolik
A remote Alaskan village situated on a narrow gravel spit between the Tagoomenik River and the sea.
Nulato Hills
Rolling mountains and tundra that form the inland backdrop of the Norton Sound coastline.
Arctic Coastal Tundra
Vast stretches of permafrost landscape that change colors dramatically from green to deep gold by season.
Sit on the left for a better chance to spot the narrow spit of Shaktoolik. During the morning, the sun will be behind you, providing clear, high-contrast views of the inland topography and river systems.
Distance: 118 km (73 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 12 min
Departure: KKA (64.9394989014, -161.154006958)
Arrival: UNK (63.88840103, -160.798996)
Route Type: Domestic
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