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FLIGHTS

Welcome
to the Dehcho

This page offers all the details you need about your flight with us. As a charter service, we work hard to schedule flights that meet your needs. Some of our communities are fly-in and fly-out basis year-round. Regularly transporting mail, medications, and passengers is a vital component of our operations.

DESTINATIONS

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LIIDLII KUE

FORT SIMPSON, NT

Gateway to Nahanni National Park Reserve. Liidlii Kue is a small island at the confluence of the Liard and Mackenzie Rivers. Our operation is based in this beautiful Dene community. 

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PEHDZEH KI FIRST NATION

WRIGLEY, NT

Surrounded by the beauty of the Franklin Mountains, overlooking the Mackenzie River. This scenic and serene community revolves around a traditional lifestyle of trapping, hunting and fishing.

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NAHA DEHE DENE BAND

NAHANNI BUTTE, NT

The community sits along the picturesque banks of the South Nahanni River, 1 km up river from where the Liard River and South Nahanni River meet. Nahanni Butte has a small population of around 100 people, and for each of them, this community is their home, filled with deep rooted family ties and a place that is difficult to leave.

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Tthets'éhk'edélî First Nation

JEAN MARIE RIVER, NT

Located along the Liard River, accessed via the Mackenzie Highway or by aircraft. This Dene community strives for a balance between traditional and modern ways of life.

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SAMBAA K'E, NT

TROUT LAKE, NT

Nested in the DehCho region in the Northwest Territories, Sambaa K’e is a hidden gem. Formerly named Trout Lake, this community includes around 90 residents who live within Sambaa K’e

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ANYWHERE ELSE?

We can connect you to anywhere in the Dehcho and Sahtu Regions. Do you need to get somewhere more remote via floats? We can get you there also!

TRAVELLER INFORMATION

Plan your trip

Booking + Reservations

To successfully schedule a flight with us, we ask that you please provide the following information:

  • Name of passenger/company booking the flight

  • Destination of flight 

  • What dates you intend to fly

  • How many passengers will be flying

  • All passenger names and contact phone numbers

  • Piece count and weight of cargo/freight 

What to do before your flight

  • Travel Insurance​

    • We strongly recommend obtaining travel insurance to cover your trip against any unforeseen circumstances.

  • Confirm your booking

    • When confirming a reservation, we will provide you with a booking reference number. Ensure that you have this on hand when you arrive​

  • Pack a lunch!

    • We do not provide food on our charters. If you are planning a day tour of Nahanni National Park Reserve, or have a prolonged flight time, we recommend that you pack a lunch and some snacks before your flight

  • Check in with us for any possible weather delays ​

    • Weather can be unpredictable. Please give our office a call or pop in the morning before your flight to ensure that we are still on track to fly that day. ​

    • ​Please see our tariff to review our refund/cancellation policy for inclement weather days ​

  • Dress for the weather​​

    • If you're going on a day tour, don't forget to wear a good pair of running shoes, and bring a rain jacket for your stops in Nahanni National Park Reserve 

    • Although summers in the Dehcho bring sweltering heat, it can get quite chilly at altitude in the mountains. It may be wise to bring a blanket, or even sweats to throw on while you're in the plane​​

    • And vise versa, if you are flying with us in the winter, please layer up. It is not uncommon for us to fly in -30°C temperatures. Make sure to bundle up, and don't forget your hat & mitts! 

During Flight

  • Stay buckled up

    • Always keep your seatbelt fastened while the plane is in motion. In the often unpredictable conditions of the North, turbulence can be common. Staying secure is important.​

  • Listen to the pilots safety briefing 

    • Before takeoff, the pilot will often give safety instructions and details specific to the area you're flying over. Pay close attention, as they will include emergency procedures and specific hazards.​

  • Enjoy the scenery 

    • You will be flying over one of the most unique, picturesque landscapes in North America. Enjoy the variety of terrain, and keep an eye out for the wandering wildlife below!  ​

  • Sit Back and Relax! 

    • Our pilots are all passionate and well trained. They take great pride in their flying ability, and want to provide you with the best experience possible. They will do everything within their control to ensure your safety and comfort. Please respect their experience and let them do their thing. ​

Tariff

Cancellations + Refunds

  • Cancellations

    • When a cancellation is made more than 7 days prior to the planned departure, no cancellation charges shall be levied. 

    • When a cancellation is made less than 7 days but more than 24 hours prior to the planned departure of the flight, 50% of the total air transportation contract price will be retained by the carrier.

    • When a cancellation is made less than 24 hours prior to the planned departure of the first flight, 100% of the total air transportation contract price will be retained by the carrier. 

  • No Show Policy

    • Passengers who do not show up for their flight will loose their deposit and potentially be charged for the full cost of the charter. 

  • Refund Policy

    • Application for refund shall be made to the carrier or its duly authorized Agent.

    • If a portion of the agreed transportation has been completed, refund will be the difference between the fare, rate or charge paid and the fare, rate or charge applicable to the portion of the agreed transportation completed, less any applicable cancellation charges, as specified in this tariff. 

    • If weather conditions are unfavourable, Simpson Air will not fly. The flight will be postponed until weather conditions improve. If weather conditions the previous day were unfavourable, then the first postponed flight will be first to go when weather conditions improve. Those passengers scheduled for the current day will go on the flight when the other group returns. 

    • If the weather does not cooperate while passengers are in Fort Simpson and therefore must be cancelled, Simpson Air will refund any deposits and/or prepaid fight. 

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CONTACT US

10101 Antoine Dr, Box 260 Fort Simpson, NT X0E 0N0, Canada

Toll Free +1 866 995-2505, Local (867) 695-2505

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Toll Free +1 866 995-2505, Local (867) 695-2505

10101 Antoine Dr, Box 260 Fort Simpson, NT X0E 0N0, Canada

info@simpsonair.ca

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