When landing at Sault Ste Marie (YAM), sit on the Left side for the best views. Most approaches to Sault Ste. Marie Airport come from the south or southeast, giving left-side passengers clear views of the St. Marys River and the Sault locks complex during descent. The right side faces inland terrain with fewer distinctive features. Notable sights include: St. Marys River, Sault Locks (Canadian and American sides), Lake Superior shoreline to the north, Algoma Steel mill complex.

Arriving at Sault Ste Marie in Sault Sainte Marie, passengers on the Left side enjoy views of St. Marys River, Sault Locks (Canadian and American sides), Lake Superior shoreline to the north, Algoma Steel mill complex. Most approaches to Sault Ste. Marie Airport come from the south or southeast, giving left-side passengers clear views of the St. Marys River and the Sault locks complex during descent. The right side faces inland terrain with fewer distinctive features.

The best window seat landing at Sault Ste Marie (YAM) depends on several factors: the approach path and runway in use, geographic features around Sault Sainte Marie (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening arrivals often offer the best lighting.