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YVP β YPX
Which side of the plane to sit from Kuujjuaq Airport (Quujjuaq) to Puvirnituq Airport (Puvirnituq)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the best perspective of the Ungava Bay coastline during departure and a more dramatic approach over the coastal inlets of the Hudson Bay as you arrive in Puvirnituq.
Koksoak River Estuary
Watch the powerful Koksoak River widen significantly as it pours into the cold waters of Ungava Bay.
Pingualuit Crater (Distant)
On clear days, you may spot the distant, perfectly circular rim of the 'Crystal Eye of Nunavik' to the north.
Hudson Bay Shoreline
The approach into Puvirnituq offers stunning views of the jagged coastline where the tundra meets the salt water.
Puvirnituq Village
Get a bird's-eye view of the isolated community and its colorful houses against the barren Arctic landscape.
Coastal Inlets
During late summer, look closely at the coastal shallows for the possibility of spotting white Beluga whales.
Sit on the right side for the best chance to see the Pingualuit Crater on the horizon. During the autumn, this side offers the best views of the coastal transition. If flying at night, the north-facing windows provide the best opportunity to witness the Aurora Borealis.
Arnaud River System
View the massive drainage basins of the Rivière Arnaud as it snakes through the rocky tundra.
Glacial Kettle Lakes
The landscape is dotted with thousands of perfectly clear, sapphire-colored lakes formed by retreating glaciers.
Permafrost Polygons
In the summer months, look for geometric ground patterns created by the freeze-thaw cycles of the permafrost.
Arctic Tree Line
Observe the sparse, stunted vegetation marking the northern limit of tree growth in the Canadian Shield.
The left side is ideal for photographers interested in the abstract patterns of the Canadian Shield. During the winter, the low-angled sun from the south creates long shadows that emphasize the unique topography of the tundra.
Distance: 550 km (342 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 55 min
Departure: YVP (58.09609985351562, -68.42690277099611)
Arrival: YPX (60.05059814453125, -77.28690338134766)
Route Type: Domestic
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