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YGL → YGW
Which side of the plane to sit from La Grande Rivière Airport (La Grande Riviere) to Kuujjuarapik Airport (Kuujjuarapik)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular views of the James Bay and Hudson Bay coastlines, specifically the unique geological cuestas and the transition from the boreal forest to the subarctic tundra.
James Bay Coastline
Dramatic views of the eastern shore where the rugged Canadian Shield meets the shallow, brackish waters of the bay.
Manitounuk Cuestas
Unique ridge formations with steep inland cliffs and gentle seaward slopes that characterize this specific region of Quebec.
Hudson Bay Ice Floes
In winter and late spring, witness the vast white expanse of pack ice shifting along the coastline.
Coastal Wetlands
Expansive marshes and low-lying coastal plains that serve as critical habitats for migratory birds.
Sit on the left for the best views of the water-land interface. For evening flights, this side catches the golden hour reflection off the bay. In the winter, the contrast between the snow-covered land and the pressure ridges in the sea ice is highly visible.
Taiga Landscape
A vast tapestry of spruce trees and lichen-covered ground representing the transition to the northern forest.
Glacial Lake Patterns
Thousands of small, 'kettle' lakes and ponds created by glacial retreat, forming a distinct blue-and-green mosaic.
Hydroelectric Corridor
Distant views of the massive infrastructure and reservoirs belonging to the James Bay Project.
Great Whale River
The winding path of the Grande Rivière de la Baleine as it carves through the ancient rock toward the mouth at Kuujjuarapik.
The right side is best for observing the sheer scale of the Canadian Shield. Look for the 'string bogs'—linear patterns in the wetlands that indicate the direction of water flow. Keep an eye out for the Great Whale River as you begin your final descent into Kuujjuarapik.
Distance: 184 km (114 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 18 min
Departure: YGL (53.62530136108398, -77.7042007446289)
Arrival: YGW (55.28189849853515, -77.76529693603516)
Route Type: Domestic
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