Taking off and landing are always the riskiest parts of a flight. These dangers increase when you consider other challenging conditions that can arise. Despite this, high mountains, steep cliffs, beaches, and busy roads do not seem to deter pilots or travelers. Make sure to fasten your seat belts because here are the eight most dangerous airports in the world!
At one of these airports, the runway is very close to a beach where tourists enjoy swimming and sunbathing. Although there has never been a major accident, the exhaust from aircraft engines poses a significant threat to people. When asked why Early St. Martin didn’t relocate the airport, the response was clear: It’s the safest spot on the island for flights!