8 Facts About Bhutan’s Paro Airport

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It is one of the world’s most challenging and dangerous airports to land at.

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The airport is situated in the middle of a dense valley with lush mountains at 5,500 metres or 18,000 ft and a rich forest which makes it makes it difficult for landing.

Fact 2

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If you take a flight from Delhi to Bhutan's Paro then you can catch superb views of Mt. Everest and Kangchenjunga.

Fact 3

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With about 1,200 metres in length, this airport has a short and narrow runway.

Fact 4

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Due to a narrow runway, only certain aeroplanes like A319 are operated from Paro as the location makes it extremely tough to navigate.

Fact 5

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Only 24 brilliant pilots are certified to land airplanes at Bhutan’s Paro Airport!

Fact 6

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Aeroplanes have a great Ground Proximity Warning System (GWPS) that helps them nail the landing perfectly.

Fact 7

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There are many 45° turns taken by the aeroplane and right before landing there is a sharp turn which makes the mountain peaks appear a little too close to the aeroplane.

Fact 8

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So, when are you booking your flight to Paro Airport?

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