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Which side of the plane to sit from Quinhagak Airport (Quinhagak) to Eek Airport (Eek)?

Our Recommendation
7.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides the most dramatic views of the Kuskokwim Bay coastline and the interaction between the Bering Sea and the vast Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta.

Left Side Highlights
7.5
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Kuskokwim Bay

Expansive views of the tidal mudflats and the transition into the Bering Sea.

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Kanektok River Mouth

Watch the winding mouth of this famous salmon river as you climb out from Quinhagak.

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Coastal Wetlands

A maze of intricate tidal channels and marshes home to diverse migratory bird species.

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Bering Sea Horizon

Uninterrupted views toward the western horizon, offering spectacular colors during the long subarctic twilights.

Sit on the left to capture the scale of the coastline. During the winter months, this side offers the best views of the forming sea ice and pressure ridges. For the best photography, a morning flight will have the sun behind you, illuminating the coast without glare.

Right Side Highlights
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Tundra Ponds

Thousands of glittering thermokarst lakes that characterize the permafrost landscape.

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Arolik River

A complex, meandering river system that winds its way through the flat tundra plains.

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Eek River Curves

Observe the extreme oxbow loops of the Eek River as the plane prepares for its approach.

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Kilbuck Mountains

On exceptionally clear days, the distant, jagged silhouettes of the mountains are visible to the east.

The right side is ideal for geography enthusiasts interested in delta hydrology. Look for the 'thaw lakes' which change shape over years. In late August and September, the tundra on this side turns a brilliant palette of deep reds and oranges, making it the preferred side for fall foliage.

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Route Information

Distance: 52 km (32 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 5 min

Departure: KWN (59.7551, -161.845)

Arrival: EEK (60.21367264, -162.0438843)

Route Type: Domestic

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