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YBC β YYY
Which side of the plane to sit from Baie Comeau Airport (Baie Comeau) to Mont Joli Airport (Mont Joli)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the best perspective of the Baie-Comeau urban area and the mouth of the Manicouagan River immediately after takeoff, followed by expansive views looking upstream toward the Charlevoix mountains.
Baie-Comeau Waterfront
Excellent views of the city's industrial port, the aluminum smelter, and the grain elevators during departure.
Manicouagan River Mouth
Observe the powerful discharge of the Manicouagan River into the St. Lawrence, highlighting the region's hydro history.
Upstream Horizon
Panoramic views looking west toward the Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park and the distant Laurentian Mountains.
Bas-Saint-Laurent Farmlands
The characteristic long, narrow seigneurial land strips typical of Quebec's agricultural history near Mont-Joli.
The right side is unbeatable for evening flights to witness the sunset over the water. Since the flight is very short, keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff for the best city shots.
St. Lawrence Estuary
The massive expanse of the river where it begins to widen into the Gulf, offering deep blue water views.
Pointe-aux-Outardes
View the distinct sandy peninsulas and salt marshes of the nature park located just east of the flight path.
St. Lawrence Shipping Lane
Spot large cargo vessels and tankers following the deep-water channel between the North and South shores.
MΓ©tis-sur-Mer
Charming historic coastal architecture and lighthouses visible as the plane descends toward the South Shore.
Sit on the left for morning flights to see the sun rising over the Gulf of St. Lawrence. As you approach Mont-Joli, look for the famous Reford Gardens (Jardins de MΓ©tis) near the coastline.
Distance: 58 km (36 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 min
Departure: YBC (49.13249969482422, -68.20439910888672)
Arrival: YYY (48.60860061645508, -68.20809936523439)
Route Type: Domestic
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