Such an extraordinarily dangerous railway construction is not accidental. It is assumed that the aircraft will start the freefall after 400 meters and will reach the required speed in such a way. In 2009, the dangerous airport was closed for international flights, although private small aircraft still use it actively.
The airport welcomes the representatives of the welfare organization and the doctors who want to help the locals. Lesotho airport is also used for domestic air transportation. Each time before landing, the pilots have to calculate the braking distance very precisely, otherwise the short runway can not be enough for the successful landing. The departure at this airport will be a breathtaking attraction for the pilots. After the 400-meter-long runway, the aircraft fall from the slope downwards, take the necessary speed and are aligned only afterwards.
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