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YZF → YSG
Which side of the plane to sit from Yellowknife Airport (Yellowknife) to Lutselk'e Airport (Lutselk'e)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a front-row seat to the spectacular East Arm of Great Slave Lake, featuring deep blue waters, towering cliffs, and the pristine wilderness of Thaidene Nene National Park.
Great Slave Lake
Peer into the vastness of North America's deepest lake, known for its incredible water clarity and deep blue hues.
East Arm Archipelago
Fly over a stunning network of rugged islands, including the Caribou and Petch islands, which look like gems in the water.
Dramatic Escarpments
The East Arm is famous for its vertical red cliffs and dramatic topography that rises sharply from the lake surface.
Thaidene Nene National Park
Soar over Canada's newest National Park Reserve, a sacred area of profound beauty and cultural significance to the Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation.
Lutselk'e Peninsula
Enjoy a spectacular aerial view of the community as it sits tucked into the rocky landscape during the final descent.
The right side is the definitive choice for this route. Afternoon flights are particularly scenic as the sun illuminates the dramatic red cliffs of the East Arm. In winter, look for the intricate patterns of pressure ridges and ice cracks forming on the Great Slave Lake's surface.
Yellowknife Old Town
Catch a glimpse of the historic houseboats and the rocky outcroppings of the territorial capital immediately after departure.
Canadian Shield Mosaic
Witness the classic subarctic landscape consisting of ancient Precambrian rock and thousands of tiny, unnamed 'pothole' lakes.
Boreal Expansion
Dense clusters of black spruce and larch stretch toward the horizon, showcasing the vastness of the northern forest.
McLeod Bay
As you approach Lutselk'e, the left side provides views of the northern shores of this massive, clear bay.
Sit on the left if you are flying in the early morning to avoid the direct glare of the southern sun. Keep your camera ready right after takeoff to capture the unique layout of Yellowknife's peninsula and the Back Bay houseboats.
Distance: 193 km (120 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 19 min
Departure: YZF (62.46279907226562, -114.44000244140624)
Arrival: YSG (62.418303, -110.681998)
Route Type: Domestic
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