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SKK → UNK
Which side of the plane to sit from Shaktoolik Airport (Shaktoolik) to Unalakleet Airport (Unalakleet)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic transition between the Bering Sea coast and the rugged Alaskan interior, including river deltas and the distant Nulato Hills.
Shaktoolik River Delta
Intricate braided water channels winding through the coastal tundra immediately after takeoff.
Nulato Hills
Rolling Alaskan highlands providing a stark, mountainous backdrop to the coastal flats to the east.
Coastal Lowlands
A patchwork of thermokarst lakes and vibrant green tundra visible during the summer months.
Egavik Creek
A notable waterway cutting through the landscape roughly midway through this short hop.
Unalakleet River Valley
The scenic approach into the lush river basin where the village of Unalakleet is situated.
Sit on the left side during morning flights to see the sun illuminating the Nulato Hills. This side provides the most geological variety, showing the contrast between the wetlands and the rising interior terrain. Keep an eye out for moose or caribou in the river valleys if flying at lower altitudes.
Norton Sound
The expansive eastern arm of the Bering Sea stretching toward the western horizon.
Coastal Strand
The thin, sandy barrier spits and rocky shorelines that define the edge of the Seward Peninsula.
Seasonal Ice Pack
From late winter through spring, look for jagged white ice floes and pressure ridges on the water.
Bering Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the maritime horizon, particularly spectacular during evening 'Golden Hour' flights.
The right side is best for those who enjoy the serenity of the open sea. In winter, this side is essential for viewing the sea ice. If the pilot takes a slightly more offshore route, you might spot Besboro Island in the distance to the northwest. Choose this side for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Bering Sea.
Distance: 57 km (35 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 min
Departure: SKK (64.37110138, -161.223999)
Arrival: UNK (63.88840103, -160.798996)
Route Type: Domestic
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