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YYR → YSO

Which side of the plane to sit from Goose Bay Airport (Goose Bay) to Postville Airport (Postville)?

Our Recommendation

8.7

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers spectacular views of the sprawling Lake Melville estuary and the jagged, fjord-like coastline as you approach the Labrador Sea.

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Right Side Highlights

8.7

Lake Melville

A massive tidal estuary that functions as an inland sea, dominating the first half of the flight.

Hamilton Inlet

The dramatic narrowing where the lake connects to the Atlantic, featuring rugged cliffside's.

Iceberg Alley

In late spring and early summer, look toward the horizon for massive white bergs drifting south.

Kaipokok Bay

The deep, scenic fjord that leads directly toward the landing strip at Postville.

Coastal Outposts

Occasional views of tiny, isolated fishing communities nestled in protected coves.

The right side is the clear winner for coastal scenery. During May and June, bring binoculars to spot icebergs along the coast. For the best lighting on the water and ice, morning flights provide a crisp, direct glow, while late afternoon flights offer a warm reflection off the bay as you descend into Postville.

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Left Side Highlights

7.4

Boreal Wilderness

Dense, untouched stretches of black spruce and balsam fir typical of the Labrador interior.

Canadian Shield Peaks

Ancient, rounded rocky outcrops and glaciated hills rising from the subarctic landscape.

Grand Lake

A long, deep freshwater lake situated just north of the Goose Bay takeoff path.

Naskaupi River Basin

The winding river systems that drain the vast wilderness of the Labrador plateau.

Sit on the left for a sense of the sheer scale of the Canadian wilderness. This side is particularly beautiful during the long 'blue hour' of winter afternoons when the snow-covered tundra glows. Watch for movement on frozen lakes, though wildlife is hard to spot from altitude.

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