Taking off and landing are usually the trickiest parts of a flight. If you add in challenging conditions, the risks can increase even more. But high mountains, steep cliffs, beaches, and busy roads don’t seem to scare away pilots—or travelers! Buckle up, because here are the 8 most dangerous airports in the world.

One of these airports has its runway extremely close to a beach where tourists love to swim and sunbathe. While there hasn’t been a major accident so far, the jet blast from aircraft engines poses a significant danger to people on the beach. So, why didn’t Early St. Martin move the airport elsewhere? The answer is simple: it’s considered the safest place on the island for flights.