Taking off and landing are always the riskiest parts of a flight. If you add challenging conditions into the mix, the danger increases. Despite the presence of high mountains, steep cliffs, beaches, and busy highways, neither pilots nor travelers seem deterred. So, buckle up as we explore the 8 most dangerous airports in the world!

Some runways are situated very close to beaches where tourists swim and sunbathe. While there hasn’t been a major accident yet, the exhaust from aircraft engines poses a significant risk to people in these areas. When questioned about why St. Martin doesn’t relocate its airport, the straightforward answer is that it’s the safest place on the island for flights.