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STM → ATM
Which side of the plane to sit from Maestro Wilson Fonseca Airport (Santarem) to Altamira Airport (Altamira)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the deep Amazon interior, including the Tapajós National Forest, the Trans-Amazonian Highway, and the dramatic curves of the Xingu River upon approach.
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Tapajós National Forest
Aerial views of one of the most important conservation units in the Brazilian Amazon.
Trans-Amazonian Highway
The red-dirt scar of the BR-230 highway visible cutting through the dense jungle landscape.
Artisanal Mines
Small gold mining clearings (garimpos) visible as bright patches in the middle of the deep green.
Xingu River Loops
Spectacular views of the massive Xingu River as the plane descends into Altamira.
Belo Monte Proximity
The massive reservoir systems related to the Belo Monte hydroelectric complex come into view near ATM.
The right side is essential for seeing the Xingu River's scale. Choose a window seat away from the wing to photograph the 'fish-bone' deforestation patterns that illustrate the frontier's expansion.
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Meeting of the Waters
Just after takeoff from STM, look for the color contrast between the blue Tapajós and the muddy Amazon River.
Unbroken Canopy
Vast stretches of primary rainforest extending toward the northern horizon of the Pará state.
Tropical Cloudscapes
Excellent vantage point for observing the massive 'popcorn' cumulus clouds typical of the Amazon basin.
Sit near the front to avoid wing obstruction. This side is best for morning flights to avoid the direct equatorial sun glare coming from the south.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 296 km (184 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 30 min
Departure: STM (-2.424721956253052, -54.78583145141602)
Arrival: ATM (-3.2539100646973, -52.254001617432)
Route Type: Domestic
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