At Chapais Airport in Chibougamau: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Chapais town to the southeast, Desmarais Lake (Lac Desmarais) to the south, boreal forest canopy extending to the horizon, scattered smaller lakes dotting the landscape.

When taking off from Chapais Airport (YMT), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of Chapais town and the surrounding boreal forest landscape as you climb out. The airport sits on relatively flat terrain with scattered lakes and dense spruce-fir forest typical of the region, which is more visually interesting on the right during standard northeasterly departures. Notable sights include: Chapais town to the southeast, Desmarais Lake (Lac Desmarais) to the south, boreal forest canopy extending to the horizon, scattered smaller lakes dotting the landscape.

When landing at Chapais Airport (YMT), sit on the Left side for the best views. Chapais Airport's primary runway (09/27) typically handles approaches from the east, and the left side offers views of Chibougamau Lake and the surrounding boreal forest landscape that defines this region. You'll see the transition from dense coniferous forest to the cleared areas around the airport during descent. Notable sights include: Chibougamau Lake (to the north/northwest), boreal forest canopy, the Desmeloizes River valley, and cleared mining/industrial areas near the airport.

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