Blast off from one of the world’s most iconic runways 🛫💥 Saint Barths' Gustaf III Airport may be just 650 meters (2,133 feet or 0.4 miles) long—but every meter packs a punch. Wedged between a steep hill and the sea 🌊, this tiny strip delivers big drama on takeoff. And somehow, it’s also emotional. No terminals to get lost in, no noise—just the hum of the engine, a sharp turn, and one final glance at the island you’ve fallen for 🧳☀️ You don’t just leave Saint Barths. You lift off with it stil

One of the craziest airports in the world… Gustaf III Airport, Saint Barthélemy #Repost @vineyardrovers | Avioesonline

St. Barts’ Gustaf III Airport ranks among the most dangerous in the world—and for good reason! ✈️ With a runway just 2,100 feet long and positioned right after a steep hill, pilots must execute a sharp, low-altitude descent over a mountain to land. There’s zero room for error: overshoot the runway, and you’re in the sea. Only specially certified pilots are allowed to fly here, facing unpredictable winds, limited visibility, and no instrument landing system (ILS) to guide them. Landing at Gustaf