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YPM → YNO
Which side of the plane to sit from Pikangikum Airport (Pikangikum) to North Spirit Lake Airport (North Spirit Lake)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is slightly preferred as it typically offers a better view of the Pikangikum community upon departure and a more direct view of the North Spirit Lake settlement during the landing sequence.
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Pikangikum Community
A clear aerial perspective of the town's layout and infrastructure shortly after wheels up.
Berens River System
Watch the winding waterways and complex river networks that connect the region's major lakes.
North Spirit Lake Approach
Excellent views of the destination lake's rugged shoreline and the remote community during descent.
Sit on the right for the best chance to spot local wildlife like moose in the marshy areas near the riverbanks. Afternoon flights provide the best lighting for photography on this side. During autumn, the scattered deciduous trees among the evergreens provide pops of bright yellow and orange.
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Pikangikum Lake
Expansive views of the lake's western reaches immediately after takeoff from YPM.
Boreal Canopy
An endless carpet of dense spruce and pine trees characteristic of the northern Ontario wilderness.
Glacial Kettle Lakes
Dozens of small, perfectly circular lakes formed by retreating glaciers thousands of years ago.
Early morning flights are ideal for the left side to avoid direct sun glare. Look for the distinct grey granite outcroppings of the Canadian Shield breaking through the forest floor. In winter, the frozen lake surfaces create a stark, beautiful white landscape against the dark trees.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 101 km (63 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 min
Departure: YPM (51.81969833374024, -93.97329711914062)
Arrival: YNO (52.4900016784668, -92.97109985351562)
Route Type: Domestic
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