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YGH â YVQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Fort Good Hope Airport (Fort Good Hope) to Norman Wells Airport (Norman Wells)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unparalleled view of the Mackenzie River's most iconic geological formations, including the sheer limestone walls of the Ramparts and the distant Mackenzie Mountains.
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The Ramparts
A spectacular 10-kilometer stretch where the Mackenzie River narrows dramatically through towering limestone cliffs south of Fort Good Hope.
Deh Cho Scale
Witness the massive breadth of the Mackenzie River, Canada's longest river system, from a bird's-eye view.
Mackenzie Mountains
The jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Canyon Ranges are visible on the far western horizon.
Winter Ice Road
During winter months, the intricate Mackenzie Valley ice road is clearly visible snaking along the frozen river.
The Ramparts appear almost immediately after takeoff from Fort Good Hope; ensure your camera is ready within the first 5 minutes of flight. Since this is a very short hop, usually under 30 minutes, stay seated with your window shade up to catch the rapid transition of the river landscape.
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Franklin Mountains
The rugged ridges of the Norman Range dominate the eastern horizon throughout the flight.
Subarctic Taiga
Expansive stretches of boreal forest dotted with permafrost lakes and muskeg.
Norman Wells Approach
A clear view of the industrial infrastructure and the town nestled against the riverbank during descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the soft lighting on the Franklin Mountains. Look for the distinct linear patterns of the northern wetlands which indicate permafrost layers beneath the soil.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 136 km (85 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 14 min
Departure: YGH (66.24079895019531, -128.6510009765625)
Arrival: YVQ (65.28160095214844, -126.7979965209961)
Route Type: Domestic
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