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YUT β YRT
Which side of the plane to sit from Repulse Bay Airport (Repulse Bay) to Rankin Inlet Airport (Rankin Inlet)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic Nunavut mainland, including the rugged coastal topography, the entrance to Ukkusiksalik National Park, and the intricate patterns of the Arctic tundra.
Ukkusiksalik National Park
Aerial views of Wager Bay, a spectacular inland sea surrounded by reversing falls and ancient cliffs.
Chesterfield Inlet
A glimpse of one of the oldest settlements in the Arctic, located at the mouth of a massive waterway.
Kivalliq Tundra
A mosaic of countless kettle lakes and rolling hills that change colors dramatically with the seasons.
Canadian Shield Formations
Some of the world's oldest exposed rock, showing deep grooves from ancient glacial movements.
Intricate Coastlines
A jagged network of fjords, bays, and rocky islands that define the western edge of Hudson Bay.
The right side is ideal for photographers interested in geography. Mid-day flights provide the best contrast for the tundra landscape. In late August, the tundra turns vibrant shades of red and gold, making for incredible photos from the air.
Roes Welcome Sound
A wide, deep channel separating the mainland from Southampton Island, often filled with drifting ice.
Arctic Ice Floes
During spring and early summer, the water is dotted with massive white and turquoise ice pans.
Marine Mammal Corridor
A high-visibility area for spotting pods of bowhead whales or narwhals in the deep blue waters.
Sit on the left for a peaceful view of the vast Hudson Bay. Best during the morning for soft lighting over the water. Keep your eyes peeled for the silhouette of Southampton Island on the horizon if the air is clear.
Distance: 498 km (309 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 50 min
Departure: YUT (66.5214004517, -86.22470092770003)
Arrival: YRT (62.811401367200006, -92.1157989502)
Route Type: Domestic
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