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YVP → YKL
Which side of the plane to sit from Kuujjuaq Airport (Quujjuaq) to Schefferville Airport (Schefferville)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the massive Koksoak River upon takeoff and the striking, rust-colored iron ore mines that define the landscape near Schefferville.
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Koksoak River Bend
A breathtaking look at the massive river system south of Kuujjuaq, one of the largest in Quebec.
Lac Cambrien
A long, deep-blue lake nestled within the Labrador Trough's rugged valleys.
Iron Ore Open Pits
The dramatic, deep red landscape of the active and legacy mining pits near the Labrador border.
Caniapiscau Watershed
Viewing the complex hydrology of the region as the plane crosses significant northern drainage basins.
Schefferville Approach
A direct view of the isolated mining town and the end of the Mouchalagane railway line.
The right side is essential for seeing the 'Red Earth' of Schefferville, which is most vibrant in the afternoon sun. Watch for the dramatic transition from the tree-less tundra near the coast to the sparse taiga forest further south. Bring polarized sunglasses to reduce the glare from the countless water bodies.
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Whale River Basin
Aerial view of the meandering Rivière à la Baleine carving through the subarctic landscape.
Eastern Tundra Plateaus
Vast, desolate stretches of the Canadian Shield displaying ancient geological formations.
Glacial Lake Mosaic
Thousands of small, interconnected kettle lakes formed by retreating glaciers.
George River Barrens
High-altitude rocky barrens traditionally used as migration routes for the George River caribou herd.
Sit on the left for softer lighting during morning flights. Keep your eyes peeled for 'eskers'—long, winding ridges of sand and gravel that look like natural highways across the tundra. In autumn, the ground foliage turns a brilliant crimson and gold.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 379 km (235 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 38 min
Departure: YVP (58.09609985351562, -68.42690277099611)
Arrival: YKL (54.80530166625977, -66.8052978515625)
Route Type: Domestic
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