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YHZ → FSP
Which side of the plane to sit from Halifax / Stanfield International Airport (Halifax) to St Pierre Airport (St.-pierre)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the intricate geography of Cape Breton Island, specifically the Bras d'Or Lake system, and provides the first glimpse of the Miquelon and Langlade islands during the final descent.
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Nova Scotia Hinterland
Dense boreal forests and a network of glacial lakes stretching north of Halifax shortly after takeoff.
Bras d'Or Lake
A stunning view of Canada's largest inland sea, featuring complex peninsulas and deep blue salt water in the heart of Cape Breton.
Cape Breton Highlands
The rugged, elevated plateau of the Highlands visible to the north, especially clear on high-altitude transit.
Cabot Strait
The wide expanse of the Atlantic separating Nova Scotia from Newfoundland, often dotted with cargo ships.
Miquelon & Langlade
The larger, northern islands of the French archipelago connected by a thin sandy isthmus, visible just before landing.
Sit on the left for the most dramatic entry into the French territory. For afternoon flights, the sun will be behind you, providing perfectly illuminated views of the Cape Breton coastline. Keep an eye out for the 'Dune de Langlade'—the narrow sand bar connecting the two northern islands.
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The Eastern Shore
The jagged and rocky coastline of southeastern Nova Scotia, featuring hundreds of small, uninhabited islands.
Chedabucto Bay
A deep-water bay and the historic fishing port of Canso at the easternmost tip of mainland Nova Scotia.
Louisbourg Region
The historic Fortress of Louisbourg can occasionally be spotted along the southern coast of Cape Breton depending on the flight path.
Atlantic Whale Paths
The deep waters south of the Burin Peninsula are prime territory for whale sightings during the summer months.
St. Pierre Town
A close-up view of the colorful, European-style houses of the main town as the aircraft banks for its final approach.
The right side is ideal for capturing the colorful architecture of St. Pierre town during the final turn to the runway. During the winter, this side offers beautiful views of sea ice drifting south from the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Use a fast shutter speed to capture the rugged Atlantic surf hitting the cliffs of Isle Madame.
Book Hotels in St.-pierreDistance: 605 km (376 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 1 min
Departure: YHZ (44.880798339799995, -63.508598327600005)
Arrival: FSP (46.762901306152344, -56.17309951782226)
Route Type: International
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