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KLG → ANI
Which side of the plane to sit from Kalskag Airport (Kalskag) to Aniak Airport (Aniak)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer stunning views of the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta, the right side provides the most dramatic scenery as you approach Aniak, specifically the rugged Russian Mountains which contrast sharply with the river valley.
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Russian Mountains
Rugged, alpine peaks rising approximately 2,000 feet above the valley floor just north of Aniak.
Boreal Forest
Stretches of dense spruce and birch trees that dominate the higher, better-drained ground.
Aniak River Confluence
The point where the clear Aniak River merges with the larger Kuskokwim near the airport.
Wildlife Corridors
Keep eyes peeled for moose in the marshy areas and eagles nesting in the tall riverside cottonwoods.
The Russian Mountains are the highlight of this short hop; ensure you are looking out the window as you begin the descent into Aniak. Morning flights offer the best lighting on these eastern peaks. Since these are bush flights, windows may have some frost or scratches—try to get a seat near the middle of the cabin for the clearest view.
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Kuskokwim River Meanders
Exquisite views of the massive, silty river twisting through the landscape in complex loops.
Oxbow Lakes
Countless crescent-shaped lakes dotting the tundra, remnants of the river's historical paths.
Kalskag Villages
A clear aerial perspective of the twin communities of Upper and Lower Kalskag during takeoff.
Arctic Tundra
A vast, multi-colored expanse of wetlands and mosses stretching toward the northern horizon.
Look for the sharp contrast between the muddy river water and the smaller, clearer tributaries. Because these flights are at lower altitudes, you can often spot sandbars and local fishing camps along the riverbanks. Early autumn offers the best colors as the tundra turns vibrant shades of red and orange.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 43 km (27 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 min
Departure: KLG (61.53630065917969, -160.34100341796875)
Arrival: ANI (61.58160018920898, -159.54299926757812)
Route Type: Domestic
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