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YAM → YQT
Which side of the plane to sit from Sault Ste Marie Airport (Sault Sainte Marie) to Thunder Bay Airport (Thunder Bay)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular view of the rugged North Shore of Lake Superior, including dramatic cliffs, hidden bays, and the iconic Sleeping Giant formation upon arrival.
Lake Superior Provincial Park
Rugged granite cliffs and dense boreal forests that drop sharply into the crystal-clear water.
Pukaskwa National Park
Aerial views of Ontario's only wilderness national park, featuring ancient rock formations and wild coastlines.
Nipigon Bay
The northernmost point of Lake Superior, characterized by high mesas and dramatic red-rock islands.
The Sleeping Giant
The iconic rock formation on the Sibley Peninsula that resembles a giant reclining on his back.
Thunder Bay Waterfront
Panoramic views of the city's historic grain elevators and the Marina Park as the plane descends.
This is the definitive side for this route. Sit behind the wing for unobstructed views of the 'Sleeping Giant' during the final approach. Morning flights provide excellent direct light on the coastal cliffs, while autumn flights showcase the vibrant changing colors of the Canadian Shield.
Lake Superior Expanse
Breathtaking views of the vast, ocean-like horizon of the world's largest freshwater lake.
Isle Royale
A distant view of the remote U.S. National Park island floating in the middle of the lake.
Great Lakes Freighters
Watch for the long silhouettes of 'Lakers' transporting iron ore and grain across the shipping lanes.
Sit on the left for a serene, open-water experience. This side is particularly beautiful during sunset flights when the sun reflects off the water's surface. Keep your eyes peeled for Isle Royale about 20 minutes before landing.
Distance: 418 km (260 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 42 min
Departure: YAM (46.48500061035156, -84.5093994140625)
Arrival: YQT (48.37189865112305, -89.32389831542969)
Route Type: Domestic
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