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KLG β RSH
Which side of the plane to sit from Kalskag Airport (Kalskag) to Russian Mission Airport (Russian Mission)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic transition from the Kuskokwim River basin into the rugged bluffs and hills that line the Yukon River near Russian Mission.
Russian Mission Bluffs
High, wooded ridges that rise sharply from the Yukon River valley as you approach the destination.
Upper Kalskag View
A clear aerial perspective of the sister village, Upper Kalskag, shortly after departure.
Boreal Transitions
Observe the shift from treeless marsh to the denser spruce and birch stands of the interior hills.
Yukon River Confluence
The massive scale of the Yukon River becomes visible, appearing significantly larger than the Kuskokwim.
Hilltop Shadows
Dramatic shadows and depth are created by the rolling terrain to the north and east.
Sit on the right for the best view of the hills. In late August and September, this side provides the best look at the tundra's vibrant red and gold autumn colors. This flight is extremely short (often under 20 minutes), so have your camera ready immediately upon takeoff.
Kuskokwim River Meanders
Watch the intricate loops and oxbow lakes of the Kuskokwim River immediately after takeoff.
Tundra Ponds
A vast network of sparkling permafrost lakes and wetlands characteristic of the Y-K Delta.
Wildlife Corridors
Keep an eye on the marshy edges for sightings of moose or migrating waterfowl.
Western Horizon
On clear days, the flat expanse stretches toward the distant Bering Sea coast.
The left side is best for viewing the flat, watery expanse of the delta. Use a polarized lens for photography to cut through the glare reflected off the countless small ponds during the midday sun.
Distance: 58 km (36 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 min
Departure: KLG (61.53630065917969, -160.34100341796875)
Arrival: RSH (61.7788848877, -161.319458008)
Route Type: Domestic
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