Last Updated on January 7, 2021
This is the airport with the danger that doesn’t depend on the weather, the runaway, the elevation or anything. It is about the ongoing civil war that’s happening in Syria.
The issue is the territory is highly wanted by many parties, but it is often claimed by ISIS, the Syrian Army, or other rebel factions.
So technically, the Syrian Airlines have to send 2 commercial flights daily – to Beirut and Moscow, while being extremely careful not to be at risk of being shot by Turkish, Russian, and American fighter planes while flying.
Bhutan: Paro Airport
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What do you expect from an airport located in the middle of the Himalayan Mountains? It is surrounded by high peaks and it is 7,300 ft above sea level. Plus, it is built on the banks of Paro Chu River.
The airport wouldn’t work unless it is daylight hours because of the dangerous weather conditions and the severe terrain. It is extremely dangerous that only 25 pilots in the world are qualified to land their aircraft there.
Madeira airport
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Madeira airport is a well-known place, but passengers would still need a lot of courage to fly from there. The runaway is only 9,124 feet, and it was doubled back in 2000. Yet, it is still short!
The extension of the airport is supported by 180 columns that are located in the ocean. Let’s not forget the rocky Cliffside that’s surrounding the runaway.
It could truly make your heart skip a beat, regardless of how brave you are!
St. Maarten: Princess Juliana International Airport
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This airport is the most interesting one because it is located right next to a public beach, so when the pilots are trying to land, they have to be extremely careful not to hit a tourist or a beach visitor.
The runaway, however, is not as short (2,179 meters) but it still needs to be longer since Princess Juliana International airport welcomes only large airplanes like Boeing 747s and A340s, which need 2,500 meters in order for it to land safely.
