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YZV → YWK
Which side of the plane to sit from Sept-Îles Airport (Sept-iles) to Wabush Airport (Wabush)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior view of the dramatic transition from the boreal wilderness to the massive open-pit iron mines and the architectural marvel of Fermont's wall city.
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Sainte-Marguerite River
Aerial views of deep river valleys and significant hydroelectric infrastructure near the coast.
Mont-Wright Mine
One of the largest open-pit iron mines in Canada, visible as a massive orange-red excavation.
Fermont Wall
The iconic 1.3-kilometer windbreaker building that shields the town of Fermont from northern winds.
Laurentian Highlands
Rugged, ancient rock formations of the Canadian Shield stretching toward the horizon.
Choose the left side for the approach into the Labrador region. Approximately 15 minutes before landing, the terrain shifts from green forest to the distinct rust-red colors of iron ore deposits. Look specifically for the long, continuous building of Fermont; it is most visible on the left during the descent into YWK. Morning flights offer the best lighting to capture the contrast between the red earth and blue lakes.
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Gulf of St. Lawrence
Sweeping views of the coastline and the Saint-Pierre bank immediately after takeoff from Sept-Îles.
Moisie River
Known as the 'Nahanni of the East,' this wild salmon river features dramatic white-water rapids.
Ashuanipi Lake
A sprawling, island-dotted lake system that serves as a historic travel route for the Innu people.
Wabush Lake
The industrial landscape and tailings ponds near the destination, showing the scale of Labrador's mining.
The right side is ideal for the first half of the flight, offering excellent views of the Gulf of St. Lawrence and the winding path of the Moisie River. Keep an eye out for the intricate 'thousand lakes' pattern of the Canadian Shield. During winter months, the frozen lakes and snow-dusted taiga create a beautiful minimalist landscape. For the best photography, avoid seats directly over the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the river canyons.
Book Hotels in WabushDistance: 303 km (188 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 30 min
Departure: YZV (50.22330093383789, -66.26560211181639)
Arrival: YWK (52.92190170288086, -66.86440277099611)
Route Type: Domestic
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