Matekane Airport, Lesotho
From series “The Most Dangerous Runways in the World”
In Lesotho is the unique Matekane runway, which is probably the most dangerous in the world. There is no ordinary airport in this area. The runway is located on the mountain plateau and has an extension of 400 meters. The runway ends at the edge of the 600 high precipice.
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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Useful staff nearby
Police station: 'Ketane Police Dept.' in 16 km 
Cafe/restaurant: 'Thatcher's Tavern Restaurant (Semonkong Lodge)' in 21 km
Nearest airports:
» Bloemfontein Airport BFN - in 176 km
» Margate Airport MGH - in 260 km
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» Margate Airport MGH - in 260 km
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