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SCM → BET
Which side of the plane to sit from Scammon Bay Airport (Scammon Bay) to Bethel Airport (Bethel)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most dramatic views of the Askinuk Mountains during departure and the best angle for observing the winding Kuskokwim River as you approach Bethel.
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Askinuk Mountains
Dramatic, rugged peaks that rise abruptly from the flat coastal tundra immediately following takeoff from Scammon Bay.
Oxbow Meanders
Intricate, snake-like river bends and abandoned channels reflecting the sky across the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta.
Kuskokwim River
The massive silt-laden waterway that serves as the lifeblood of the region, visible in full scale during the descent into Bethel.
Bethel Waterfront
A top-down view of Alaska's largest rural community, showing the busy river port and colorful tundra homes.
Sit on the left for the best view of the Askinuk range right after takeoff. In autumn, this side offers incredible views of the tundra turning deep reds and oranges. During winter, look for the 'ice road' marked on the Kuskokwim River which serves as a highway for vehicles between villages.
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Bering Sea Coastline
The edge of the North American continent where the grey-blue waters meet the expansive coastal marshes.
Thermokarst Lakes
Thousands of perfectly circular 'pockmark' lakes created by thawing permafrost, resembling a giant piece of Swiss cheese.
Coastal Wetlands
A vast, treeless expanse of salt marshes and grasslands that provide critical nesting grounds for migratory birds.
The right side is ideal for photographers interested in the abstract patterns of the thermokarst lakes. For the best lighting on the water, choose a morning flight to avoid the harsh glare of the afternoon sun reflecting off the thousands of small ponds.
Book Hotels in BethelDistance: 232 km (144 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 23 min
Departure: SCM (61.84529876710001, -165.570999146)
Arrival: BET (60.77980042, -161.8379974)
Route Type: Domestic
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