10
Most Dangerous Airports of the World
6th January, 2024
SOUMI MITRA
A summary emphasizing the unique challenges these airports present, combining natural beauty with aviation skill.
Lukla Airport, Nepal
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Situated in the Himalayas, this airport has a very short and steep runway, making it a challenging spot for pilots.
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Princess Juliana International Airport, Saint Martin
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Famous for its approach over a popular beach, resulting in extremely low-flying planes over sunbathers.
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Courchevel Airport, France
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Located in the ski resort area of the French Alps, it has a short runway with a significant gradient.
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Paro Airport, Bhutan
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Nestled among the Himalayan mountains at over 7,300 feet, it requires pilots to navigate through a series of valleys.
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Gibraltar International Airport, Gibraltar
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Known for its main road intersecting the runway, requiring traffic to stop for takeoffs and landings.
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Narsarsuaq Airport, Greenland
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This airport faces severe weather conditions and is surrounded by fjords, making landings tricky.
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Madeira Airport, Portugal
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Renowned for its runway extension over the ocean, supported by columns, and strong wind shear.
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Juancho E. Yrausquin Airport, Saba
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One of the shortest commercial runways in the world, flanked by cliffs and a steep drop into the sea.
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Barra Airport, Scotland
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The world's only beach runway for scheduled flights, operations are affected by tidal conditions.
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Toncontín Airport, Honduras
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Located in a valley with a short runway and mountainous surroundings, it's a challenge for even the most experienced pilots.
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