At Hay River in Hay River: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Hay River (flowing north), Hay River Delta wetlands, Great Slave Lake shoreline to the north, boreal forest canopy.

When taking off from Hay River (YHY), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats offer views of Hay River itself and the Hay River Delta as you climb out, plus the broader Mackenzie River system to the northwest. Right-side views are mostly boreal forest with fewer distinctive features during the initial climb. Notable sights include: Hay River (flowing north), Hay River Delta wetlands, Great Slave Lake shoreline to the north, boreal forest canopy.

When landing at Hay River (YHY), sit on the Left side for the best views. Hay River Airport's primary runway (16/34) typically handles approaches from the north or south. Left-side seats offer views of Hay River itself and the Hay River Delta as you descend, plus the broader Slave River system to the west. Right-side views are mostly forested terrain with less distinctive features. Notable sights include: Hay River (the settlement and waterway), Hay River Delta wetlands, Slave River to the west, boreal forest canopy.

The best window seat at Hay River (YHY) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Hay River (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.