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YAY → YBX
Which side of the plane to sit from St. Anthony Airport (St. Anthony) to Lourdes de Blanc Sablon Airport (Lourdes-De-Blanc-Sablon)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the rugged coastline of northern Newfoundland, potential iceberg sightings in Iceberg Alley, and a dramatic approach over the Quebec/Labrador border.
Iceberg Alley
The primary path for icebergs drifting south from Greenland; best seen from late spring to early summer.
Belle Isle
On clear days, see the remote island that gives the strait its name sitting in the Labrador Sea.
Marine Life
Keep an eye on the water for whale breaches, especially during the summer migration months.
Blanc-Sablon Approach
A scenic descent over the rocky, tundra-like landscape of the Quebec-Labrador border.
The right side is premier for iceberg spotting between May and July. As the flight is very short (approx. 25-30 mins), keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff from St. Anthony for the coastal transition. Afternoon flights offer the best lighting for the Quebec coastline.
Great Northern Peninsula
Expansive views of the dense boreal forests and wetlands of Newfoundland's northern tip.
Long Range Mountains
The northernmost extent of the Appalachian range visible along the horizon.
Strait of Belle Isle
The narrow waterway separating Newfoundland from mainland Canada, often busy with ferries and shipping.
Sit on the left for better views of the Newfoundland coastline during takeoff. Mid-day flights provide the best lighting for the inland lake systems of the peninsula. Keep an eye out for the rugged topography of the Great Northern Peninsula before crossing the water.
Distance: 77 km (48 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 min
Departure: YAY (51.391899108900006, -56.083099365200006)
Arrival: YBX (51.4435997009, -57.1852989197)
Route Type: Domestic
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