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SVA → GAM
Which side of the plane to sit from Savoonga Airport (Savoonga) to Gambell Airport (Gambell)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a dramatic perspective of the Bering Sea coastline and, on exceptionally clear days, a rare view of the Russian Far East mountains across the International Date Line.
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Bering Sea Coastline
Follow the rugged northern shoreline where the rocky cliffs meet the cold, deep waters of the Bering Sea.
Siberian Horizon
On very clear days, the mountains of the Chukotka Peninsula in Russia are visible roughly 40-50 miles to the west.
Arctic Pack Ice
From late autumn through spring, observe the massive sheets of shifting sea ice and pressure ridges forming on the water.
The right side is ideal for spotting the Russian coastline, which is most visible during the mid-day sun when haze is minimal. Use polarized sunglasses to better distinguish the horizon line and sea ice textures.
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Kookooligit Mountains
View the stark volcanic landscape of the island interior, featuring ancient cinder cones and lava flows.
Tundra Marshes
An intricate network of permafrost lakes and wetlands where reindeer herds are occasionally spotted from low altitudes.
Mount Chibukak
The massive, flat-topped plateau that looms over Gambell serves as a dramatic landmark during the final approach.
Sit on the left if you are interested in the island's unique geology. The low-angled sun in the late afternoon creates high-contrast shadows across the volcanic craters, making them appear more defined.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 62 km (39 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 min
Departure: SVA (63.6864013671875, -170.4929962158203)
Arrival: GAM (63.76679992675781, -171.73300170898438)
Route Type: Domestic
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