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YQC → YWB
Which side of the plane to sit from Quaqtaq Airport (Quaqtaq) to Kangiqsujuaq (Wakeham Bay) Airport (Kangiqsujuaq)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the rugged Hudson Strait coastline and the dramatic approach into the deep fjord of Wakeham Bay.
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Hudson Strait
Expansive views of the cold waters and shifting sea ice connecting to the Atlantic.
Cap de Nouvelle-France
Dramatic coastal cliffs and prominent headlands along the northern edge of the peninsula.
Wakeham Bay Fjord
Stunning descent into the deep-water fjord surrounded by steep, high-altitude cliffs.
Kangiqsujuaq Village
A bird's-eye view of the colorful houses nestled against the base of the mountains upon arrival.
Sit on the right for the most dramatic perspective of the fjords and coastline. During winter and spring, look for the unique patterns of pressure ridges in the sea ice. Morning flights offer the best lighting on the eastern-facing cliff faces during the approach.
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Diana Bay Tundra
Vast stretches of rocky Arctic landscape immediately after takeoff from Quaqtaq.
Glacial Lakes
Numerous small, crystal-clear lakes carved by ancient glaciers across the plateau.
Ungava Plateau
Elevated rocky terrain showing the raw geology and permafrost features of northern Quebec.
Focus on the intricate patterns of the tundra and the seasonal changes in colors, especially during the brief autumn. Look for potential caribou movements across the interior plateau during migration seasons.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 137 km (85 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 14 min
Departure: YQC (61.0463981628418, -69.6177978515625)
Arrival: YWB (61.5886001587, -71.929397583)
Route Type: Domestic
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