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SCC → NUI
Which side of the plane to sit from Deadhorse Airport (Deadhorse) to Nuiqsut Airport (Nuiqsut)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side provides a spectacular vantage point for the Beaufort Sea coastline and the intricate, vast maze of the Colville River Delta just before landing.
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Beaufort Sea
The edge of the Arctic Ocean, often filled with pack ice or ice floes even in early summer.
Colville River Delta
One of the most complex and beautiful river deltas in the world, featuring a labyrinth of channels and islands.
Barrier Islands
A thin chain of islands protecting the coastline, providing habitat for polar bears and migratory birds.
Coastal Lagoons
Shallow, brackish lagoons that reflect the sky and serve as a vital stop for millions of waterfowl.
Request a window seat on the right for the approach into Nuiqsut. The Colville River Delta is the primary attraction; it is best viewed during the final 10 minutes of flight. Since the sun stays low in the sky, late afternoon flights provide dramatic golden light over the Arctic Ocean. Keep your eyes peeled for polar bears on the ice edges during spring.
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Prudhoe Bay Infrastructure
Aerial views of the massive oil field operations and the start of the Dalton Highway.
Patterned Ground
Look for geometric permafrost polygons created by freeze-thaw cycles in the Arctic soil.
Sagavanirktok River
A massive braided river system that drains the Brooks Range and passes south of the airport.
Arctic Coastal Plain
Infinite stretches of flat tundra where migratory caribou herds are often visible during summer months.
This side is best for observing the industrial scale of the North Slope and the fascinating geological patterns of the permafrost. In mid-winter, look for the 'ice roads' carved into the landscape. Lighting is best during the low-angle sun of spring or autumn, which highlights the relief of the polygonal ground.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 96 km (60 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 min
Departure: SCC (70.19470215, -148.46499630000002)
Arrival: NUI (70.2099990845, -151.00599670399998)
Route Type: Domestic
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