Many airports around the world pose challenges for pilots and passengers, but none more so than the Tenzing-Hillary Airport in Nepal. This airport, also known as Lukla Airport, is the gateway to Mount Everest, the highest mountain in the world. But landing and taking off from this airport is a risky feat, as it involves a single runway that is short, steep, and surrounded by mountains and valleys. In this video, we will explore why Lukla Airport is frequently referred to as the most dangerous airport in the world.

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0:01 The most dangerous airport

08:24 An airport in the middle of a swamp

16:40 Why so many airports are near water

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