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YPM â YXL
Which side of the plane to sit from Pikangikum Airport (Pikangikum) to Sioux Lookout Airport (Sioux Lookout)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the vast Lac Seul reservoir system and the rugged, island-dotted landscapes typical of the Canadian Shield, especially during the descent into Sioux Lookout.
Lac Seul
Stunning views of the massive Lac Seul, known for its jagged shoreline, thousands of islands, and deep blue waters.
Canadian Shield Formations
Visible granite outcroppings and ancient rock formations that define the rugged topography of the region.
Remote Fishing Outposts
Spot tiny, isolated fly-in fishing camps nestled on the edges of unnamed wilderness lakes.
Sioux Lookout Townsite
A bird's-eye view of 'The Hub of the North,' including the iconic railway tracks and waterfront heritage.
The right side is best for late afternoon flights to catch the sun reflecting off the numerous lakes. This side also typically offers a better view of the town of Sioux Lookout as the aircraft turns for its final approach into YXL.
Pikangikum Lake
Aerial views of the community and the expansive waters of Pikangikum Lake immediately after takeoff.
Boreal Wilderness
A continuous tapestry of dense black spruce and balsam fir forests stretching toward the horizon.
Trout Lake Region
Distant views of the pristine Trout Lake Forest area, a major ecological zone in Northern Ontario.
Pelican Lake
The final approach over Pelican Lake provides a close-up look at the water runways and floatplane docks near the airport.
Sit on the left if you want to see the Pikangikum community layout during departure. Morning flights provide excellent soft lighting over the forest canopy without the harsh glare found on the right side.
Distance: 239 km (149 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 24 min
Departure: YPM (51.81969833374024, -93.97329711914062)
Arrival: YXL (50.11389923095703, -91.9052963256836)
Route Type: Domestic
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