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YPO → YAT
Which side of the plane to sit from Peawanuck Airport (Peawanuck) to Attawapiskat Airport (Attawapiskat)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior perspective of the Hudson Bay and James Bay coastlines, featuring dramatic tidal mudflats and the remote edges of Polar Bear Provincial Park.
Hudson Bay Shoreline
Vast views of the shoreline where the subarctic tundra meets the massive expanse of the bay.
Polar Bear Provincial Park
Aerial views of the western fringes of Ontario's largest and most remote provincial park.
Coastal Ice Ridges
During colder months, witness the complex patterns of pack ice and pressure ridges forming along the coast.
Tidal Mudflats
Intricate, vein-like patterns created by the receding tides in the shallow waters of James Bay.
Opt for the left side during morning flights to capture the sun reflecting off the water. Keep a sharp eye out for white dots near the shore in summer, which could be polar bears or beluga whales. The coastal geography is much more dynamic than the inland muskeg.
Winisk River
A wide, powerful river system that serves as a primary drainage for the northern interior.
Boreal Muskeg
Mesmerizing 'string bog' formations and peatlands that create a unique natural mosaic.
Ekwan River Meanders
The river creates tight, serpentine loops as it flows across the exceptionally flat lowlands.
Attawapiskat River Delta
Excellent views of the river's split channels and wetlands as you descend into the community.
The right side is ideal for photographers interested in abstract patterns of the wetlands. Best viewed in the late afternoon when the low sun angle highlights the texture of the peatlands and the winding riverbanks. Use a fast shutter speed to capture the intricate details of the muskeg.
Distance: 302 km (188 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 30 min
Departure: YPO (54.98809814453125, -85.44329833984375)
Arrival: YAT (52.9275016784668, -82.43190002441406)
Route Type: Domestic
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