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YEK → YXN
Which side of the plane to sit from Arviat Airport (Eskimo Point) to Whale Cove Airport (Whale Cove)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers spectacular views of the rugged Hudson Bay coastline and the transition from land to sea, which is especially dramatic during the winter ice-up or spring thaw.
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Hudson Bay Shoreline
The dramatic and rocky coastline where the Arctic tundra meets the massive expanse of the bay.
Arctic Sea Ice
From November to June, witness the shifting pack ice, pressure ridges, and leads in the bay.
Bibby Island
A prominent island located just south of the approach into Whale Cove.
Whale Cove Approach
Excellent views of the community and its namesake cove during the final descent.
Sit on the right side for the most iconic Arctic views. In autumn, watch the shoreline for the first signs of grease ice forming. During July and August, the deep blue of the Hudson Bay contrasts sharply with the lichen-covered rocks. The approach into Whale Cove is particularly scenic from this side as the aircraft banks over the water toward the gravel runway.
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Barren Lands Tundra
Vast, treeless arctic landscape stretching toward the interior of the Kivalliq Region.
Maguse River System
The winding path of the Maguse River as it flows toward the coast south of Whale Cove.
Glacial Kettle Lakes
A dense pattern of small, sparkling lakes formed by retreating glaciers on the Canadian Shield.
Migratory Paths
Look for the faint lines of ancient caribou trails etched into the tundra surface.
The left side is best for observing the unique geology of the Canadian Shield. During the summer months, the low-lying sun in the late afternoon creates long shadows that highlight the subtle ridges and eskers of the tundra. Bring binoculars to spot potential wildlife like caribou or muskoxen roaming the inland plains.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 149 km (93 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 15 min
Departure: YEK (61.0942001343, -94.0708007812)
Arrival: YXN (62.24000167849999, -92.5980987549)
Route Type: Domestic
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