At High Level in High Level: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Hay River valley and its winding course, boreal forest canopy transitioning across the landscape, the cleared airport grounds and runway infrastructure, distant tree-covered ridges to the south.

When taking off from High Level (YOJ), sit on the Right side for the best views. High Level Airport sits on the northern bank of the Hay River valley. Right-side seats offer views of the river's dramatic valley system and the forested terrain to the south and southeast during typical eastbound departures. The left side faces mostly flat boreal forest with fewer distinctive features. Notable sights include: Hay River valley and its winding course, boreal forest canopy transitioning across the landscape, the cleared airport grounds and runway infrastructure, distant tree-covered ridges to the south.

When landing at High Level (YOJ), sit on the Left side for the best views. High Level Airport's primary runway orientation (09/27) means most approaches come from the east or west. Left-side seats during eastbound approaches offer views of the Hay River valley and the surrounding boreal forest landscape that characterizes this region. The terrain rolling away toward the northwest provides better visual interest than the relatively flat terrain to the right. Notable sights include: Hay River valley, boreal forest canopy, small lakes and muskeg wetlands scattered across the landscape, distant tree line variations marking different forest densities.

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