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Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

While both sides offer incredible views of the Brooks Range, the right side provides a more expansive look at the remote wilderness of Gates of the Arctic National Park and the winding Yukon River.

Right Side Highlights
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Central Brooks Range

Incredible views of the massive, snow-capped peaks that form the spine of northern Alaska.

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Gates of the Arctic

Panoramic vistas of one of the most remote and untouched national parks in the United States.

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Yukon River Crossing

A spectacular view of Alaska's longest river as it winds its way toward the Bering Sea.

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Arctic Coastal Plain

Vast, treeless tundra dotted with thousands of small kettle lakes and migratory paths.

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Minto Flats

A sprawling network of wetlands and lakes that is a major breeding ground for waterfowl.

The right side is superior for afternoon flights as the sun moves west, providing dramatic shadows on the mountains. In winter, this side is ideal for spotting the Aurora Borealis during night flights as you look toward the magnetic north.

Left Side Highlights
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Prudhoe Bay

The massive industrial landscape of the Arctic's largest oil field visible immediately after takeoff.

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Trans-Alaska Pipeline

The iconic silver pipeline can often be seen snaking alongside the Dalton Highway below.

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Franklin Mountains

The sharp and dramatic eastern peaks of the Brooks Range provide a stunning backdrop.

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Sagavanirktok River

The braided channels of the 'Sag' River carve intricate patterns through the arctic tundra.

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White Mountains

Rugged limestone ridges that emerge as the flight begins its descent into the Tanana Valley.

Sit on the left side during morning flights to see the sun illuminate the Brooks Range peaks. Keep an eye out for the Dalton Highway; it is the only road in this vast wilderness and serves as a great navigational reference point.

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Route Information

Distance: 599 km (372 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr

Departure: SCC (70.19470215, -148.46499630000002)

Arrival: FAI (64.81510162, -147.85600280000003)

Route Type: Domestic

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