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YNP → YHO
Which side of the plane to sit from Natuashish Airport (Natuashish) to Hopedale Airport (Hopedale)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is superior for this coastal hop as it offers expansive views of the Labrador Sea and the intricate network of rocky islands and archipelagos that define the Nunatsiavut coastline.
Labrador Sea Horizon
Unobstructed views of the North Atlantic, often featuring deep sapphire waters and sea spray against rocky shoals.
Iceberg Alley
During late spring and early summer, this side provides the best vantage point for spotting massive drifting icebergs.
Island Chains
The flight passes over several uninhabited archipelagos characterized by barren rock and dramatic, wave-swept shorelines.
Hopedale Arrival
A clear view of the historic Moravian Mission buildings and the colorful houses of Hopedale as the plane banks for landing.
This is a very short flight (approx. 25 minutes) usually operated at low altitudes. Sit on the left for the best chance to spot whales or large icebergs in the spring. Morning flights offer excellent lighting on the water, while evening flights may catch the sun reflecting off the sea.
Canadian Shield Terrain
Rugged, ancient rock formations and rolling tundra landscapes that characterize the Labrador wilderness.
Kanairiktok Bay
Aerial views of deep, fjord-like inlets and winding coastal waterways that cut deep into the mainland.
Glacial Kettle Lakes
Numerous small, crystal-clear lakes scattered across the mossy landscape, created by retreating glaciers.
Subarctic Vegetation
Watch the transition between sparse taiga forest and the open barrens of the northern tundra.
The right side provides a sense of the vast, untouched scale of the Labrador interior. It is particularly beautiful in autumn when the low-lying shrubs and mosses turn vibrant shades of red and orange. Use a fast shutter speed for photos, as the low altitude means the ground passes by quickly.
Distance: 79 km (49 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 min
Departure: YNP (55.913898, -61.184399)
Arrival: YHO (55.44829940795898, -60.22859954833984)
Route Type: Domestic
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