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YDP → YYR
Which side of the plane to sit from Nain Airport (Nain) to Goose Bay Airport (Goose Bay)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic Labrador coastline, including the intricate islands of the Nain Archipelago and the industrial footprint of Voisey's Bay, before transitioning to the stunning Grand Lake.
Nain Archipelago
A maze of jagged islands and coastal fjords immediately visible after departure from Nain Airport.
Voisey's Bay
Aerial view of the massive nickel mine and the deep-water inlet surrounded by rugged terrain.
Iceberg Alley
During late spring and early summer, look for massive white icebergs floating in the Labrador Sea.
Grand Lake
A deep, 40-mile long fjord-like lake that serves as a spectacular landmark during the descent into Goose Bay.
Coastline Contours
The sharp contrast between the dark Atlantic waters and the ancient rocky cliffs of the Canadian Shield.
Book a window seat on the left for early morning flights to see the sunrise over the Labrador Sea. This side is particularly spectacular in early summer when icebergs are frequently trapped in the bays. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff as the coastal islands pass by quickly.
Labrador Taiga
Endless expanses of subarctic spruce forests and lichen-covered barrens stretching to the horizon.
Glacial Kettle Lakes
Thousands of small, crystal-clear lakes formed by retreating glaciers, creating a Swiss-cheese landscape.
Naskaupi River
A winding river system that carves through the interior wilderness toward the Churchill River basin.
CFB Goose Bay
A clear view of the sprawling military runways and hangars of one of Canada's most strategic airbases on landing.
The right side is ideal for travelers interested in the vast, untouched wilderness of the Canadian interior. Use polarized sunglasses to reduce the glare from the thousands of small lakes. This side is best during the afternoon to avoid the direct glare of the eastern sun.
Distance: 368 km (229 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 37 min
Departure: YDP (56.54919815063477, -61.68030166625977)
Arrival: YYR (53.3191986084, -60.425800323500006)
Route Type: Domestic
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