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YKQ → YMO
Which side of the plane to sit from Waskaganish Airport (Waskaganish) to Moosonee Airport (Moosonee)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an intimate view of the intricate coastline, several major river deltas, and the famous Hannah Bay Migratory Bird Sanctuary.
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Rupert River Delta
Dramatic views of the massive freshwater discharge into James Bay immediately after takeoff from Waskaganish.
Hannah Bay Sanctuary
A world-renowned migratory bird site; look for vast flocks of snow geese during spring and autumn migrations.
Harricana River Mouth
The confluence where this historic voyageur route meets the salt water, featuring complex silt patterns and wetlands.
Hudson Bay Lowlands
Expansive views of the muskeg and peatland patterns that define this unique subarctic ecosystem.
Moose Factory Island
On final approach, view the historic fur-trading post and the oldest English-speaking settlement in Ontario.
The left side is superior for photography of the coastline. For the best lighting, take a morning flight when the sun illuminates the river mouths. Keep binoculars ready during autumn to spot the massive bird colonies in Hannah Bay. Ensure you are seated by a window clear of the engine exhaust for better clarity of the muskeg patterns.
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James Bay Horizon
A vast perspective of the southern 'thumb' of the Arctic Ocean, often filled with pack ice until early July.
Tidal Mudflats
Witness the extreme tidal shifts of the bay, revealing miles of coastal flats and unique geological formations.
Marine Wildlife
During summer months, keep a sharp eye out for beluga whales which often congregate near the warmer river estuaries.
Moosonee North Channel
A wide-angle view of the Moose River's main navigation channel as the aircraft lines up for landing.
Choose the right side if you want to observe the scale of James Bay and the sea ice. In winter, the patterns of the frozen bay are mesmerizing. This side is often better for spotting large marine mammals near the river mouths. During the short flight, the right side often experiences less glare during mid-day flights traveling west-southwest.
Book Hotels in MoosoneeDistance: 130 km (81 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 13 min
Departure: YKQ (51.47330093383789, -78.75830078125)
Arrival: YMO (51.29109954833984, -80.60780334472656)
Route Type: Domestic
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