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Travel › Re: 10 Of World’s Most Dangerous Airport Landings by CaptainRahl(op): 10:41am On Dec 18, 2016

2. Hairy landing at princess Juliana international airport St. Maarten

One of the busiest airports in the Caribbean. To land on Princess Juliana International Airport, pilots have to fly over a little part of the beach, cross over the fence and then pass over the road and then land on the runway. It is the most dangerous airport in the world. The airport’s landing strip is just too short at only 7,150 feet long. Large aircraft need at least 8,000 feet to insure a safe landing while some really heavy planes require 10,000 feet. It was built for small and medium planes. However, jumbos such as A340s and the 747s do land here.

Travel › Re: 10 Of World’s Most Dangerous Airport Landings by CaptainRahl(op): 10:38am On Dec 18, 2016

3. Slippery landing on the ice runway in the Antarctica

The coldest spot on the planet. The fact that there are no paved runways in Antarctica is enough to make you bite your fingers. Everything under the plane is a long stretch of manicured snow and ice. The one crucial challenge is the weight of the aircraft that must land on this runway. The weight of each plane must be checked to avoid it cracking the ice landing strip or the plane getting stuck in the snow.

Travel › Re: 10 Of World’s Most Dangerous Airport Landings by CaptainRahl(op): 10:35am On Dec 18, 2016

4. Hair-Raising Landing at Lukla Airport in Nepal.

Renamed to Tenzing-Hillary Airport in honour of the two men who first conquered Mount Everest. Visitors to Mount Everest frequently use this Nepalese airport. The landing and take-off strips here are very short. The airport operates at an altitude of 8,000 feet (2,438 m) and has virtually no modern air traffic control features. Not even lights, and very little electric power at all. It is one of most dangerous Airports landing. Because that Mount Everest is considered to be the highest point on Earth.

Travel › Re: 10 Of World’s Most Dangerous Airport Landings by CaptainRahl(op): 10:33am On Dec 18, 2016

5. Scary Kai Tak Airport landing in Hong Kong.

The world’s scariest airport landings and take-offs. Strong crosswinds and the surrounding mountains only added to the difficulties of landing here. At one time, travelers were quite upbeat about Kai Tak airport in Hong Kong. However, this was before it was christened “the mother of all scary airports.” The airport that brought us the most dangerous airports landings on earth closed in 1998. It used to be the base of Cathay Pacific as well as many regional carriers. Aircraft pilots were careful to infuse dollops of caution when making a landing or taking off.

Travel › Re: 10 Of World’s Most Dangerous Airport Landings by CaptainRahl(op): 10:32am On Dec 18, 2016

6. Extreme landings at Wellington International Airport in New Zealand.

With a single, short, 6,351-foot runway that appears to begin and end in crystal blue waters. it’s easy to see why flying into Wellington may make you uneasy. To those who call it home, flying into Wellington airport is a joy, but it is not for the faint at heart. Sometimes the danger approaches just when it is almost time to disembark.

Travel › Re: 10 Of World’s Most Dangerous Airport Landings by CaptainRahl(op): 10:31am On Dec 18, 2016

7. Nail-biting landings at Courchevel International Airport in France.
The Courchevel airport is known to have the shortest runway at just 525 meters long. added to that the runway has a gradient of 18.5%. aspects that affect take-offs and landings daily. World’s most dangerous airport landing. Here, pilots are required to navigate the popular Alps Mountain before landing. If that is not enough to give you goosebumps, planes must touch down at inclined angles just to slow down.

Travel › Re: 10 Of World’s Most Dangerous Airport Landings by CaptainRahl(op): 10:30am On Dec 18, 2016

8. Landing at LaGuardia Airport in New York City, U.S.A.
Stunning city views when landing – USA.The main, 7,000-foot runways over water at New York’s LaGuardia Airport were extended back in 196. In case gliding over Flushing and Bowery bays isn’t enough of a thrill. pilots have to avoid interfering with flights from two other extremely busy airports nearby: JFK and Newark. Another disturbing fact: A peek at the airport’s location shows that it is located just eight miles from the city of Midtown Manhattan.

Travel › Re: 10 Of World’s Most Dangerous Airport Landings by CaptainRahl(op): 9:56am On Dec 18, 2016

9. Toncontin Airport, Tegucigalpa, Honduras.
Getting through the mountains is only one hurdle to overcome for a safe landing in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. Toncontin has a number of strikes against it. It’s situated in a valley 3,294 feet (1,004 m) above sea level. During descent, planes need to make a 45-degree bank to effectively reach the 7,000-foot runway located in a valley. Due to the surrounding mountainous terrain, passengers will experience a quick drop in altitude in order for the plane to line up with the runway. Frequent winds complicate matters, as pilots are forced to make several last-second adjustments. One of the most dangerous airport landings.

Travel › 10 Of World’s Most Dangerous Airport Landings by CaptainRahl(op): 9:52am On Dec 18, 2016

Top 10 of World’s Scariest Airports. The most dangerous airport landings. The most extreme, scariest and hairiest of all airports in the world. The airports on the this list are because of their extreme locations at high altitudes, difficult approaches, or short runways, all of which make landings challenging.

10 of World’s Most Dangerous Airport Landings

10. Saba Airport – World’s Shortest Commercial Airport Runway.

Located about 28 miles south of St. Maarten. The Saba International Airport has the world’s shortest commercial airport runway. It is 400 meters (1300 feet) in total length. Considered the most dangerous airport for landing. This landing strip looks incredible. You have to be a shap-shooting pilot, to land your jet here.

Romance › Re: Inviting A Lady Over To My Rough Apartment by CaptainRahl(m): 12:18pm On Dec 04, 2016

thowbie7ven:
Abeg,who watch Madrid match yesterday?

d match ended 1-1

Politics › Re: 40 Reps, 5 Senators Have O’Level Certificates As Their Qualifications by CaptainRahl(m): 9:24am On Dec 04, 2016

Senator Abdul-aziz murtala nyako shouldn't be on d list because d last time I checked, d guy was a lieutenant commander in the Nigerian navy who duely passed out from d NDA.

Romance › Re: Ladies:name Something Guys Do That They Think Is Attractive. by CaptainRahl(m): 7:38pm On Nov 30, 2016

banjicom:

*always asking recharge card from guys

* forming k and bow leg wen taking pics and dey think it cute

* doing mouth like kettle or pig wen taking pics too

girls dis is so very irritating!! smh!

take it easy on our sisters bro grin

Romance › Re: Your Birthmonth Is Your Wife...come Out Guys ( Photo) by CaptainRahl(m): 8:52am On Nov 24, 2016

I rep November

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Pets › Re: OMG!! Canada Declares Sexual Acts With Animals Legal by CaptainRahl(m): 7:06am On Oct 11, 2016

Politics › Re: Federal Road Safety Officials Sitting In An Open Van (Pics) by CaptainRahl(m): 8:31am On Oct 04, 2016

Op thank your stars say these road safety officers no see u as u DEY snap them,they for so tey impound your car until u know say khaki no be leather grin

Business › Re: Boi Increases YES-P Would-be Loan Beneficiaries From 1,200 Yearly To 4,000 by CaptainRahl(m): 6:13pm On Sep 14, 2016

Stale news!
https://www.nairaland.com/3085643/bank-industry-increases-on-lending-fund

Family › Re: Is It Okay For A 20-Year-Old Girl To Marry? by CaptainRahl(m): 2:37pm On Sep 13, 2016

VolT0xic:
My Mum married at the Age of 21-22. She was majoring in nursing at then. Well, 25 years later and counting, she is very, very happy and blessed in the union. And that's cos she loved my Dad. What I'm trying to say is maturity isn't the precursor to a happy marriage. Love is. So I ask is your sister in love with the man? Or is this just a case of arranged marriage? At that age 20, she's physically ready. But socially, mentally & emotionally, I don't know.

I can relate to this. A similar thing happened to big sis. She got married as an undergraduate (20/21yo). I never liked her husband one bit. May be I was just a boy who feels jealous that some guy is planning to snatch my lovely sister in marriage wink

. 10 years later, their marriage is blessed with three naughty sweethearts. I also realized that her husband (a staunch aviator just like me) was a cool guy afterall.

@ Mosesbutez I think you guys should allow your sister to decide if she really wants to get married at his age or not.

Crime › Re: Woman Stole A Pot Of Soup: Policeman Pays Complainant N3,000 by CaptainRahl(m): 8:13am On Sep 13, 2016

agwom:
Chai! God bless the officer...he no go suffer waist pain, his salary go dey grow grow grow,bad people no go touch am...

oga, you be Ahmed Isa...? grin

Travel › Re: Azman Air Commences Flight Operations From Kebbi To Other States(pics) by CaptainRahl(m): 11:31pm On Sep 09, 2016

klexycole:
God will make it possible.

cheers!

Travel › Re: Azman Air Commences Flight Operations From Kebbi To Other States(pics) by CaptainRahl(m): 10:50pm On Sep 09, 2016*

klexycole:
Thanks captain!

Ain't you flying today?

Abi una dey chat in the cockpit?

lol its forbidden to chat in the cockpit bro.

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Travel › Re: Azman Air Commences Flight Operations From Kebbi To Other States(pics) by CaptainRahl(m): 8:34pm On Sep 09, 2016

klexycole:
I would have to save more to get a Boeing 777 then.

good luck to you boss! grin

Travel › Re: Azman Air Commences Flight Operations From Kebbi To Other States(pics) by CaptainRahl(m): 8:20pm On Sep 09, 2016

klexycole:
See price!

I tell you!
Am not surprised sha. The exorbitant prices explains why most local Nigerian airlines prefer refurbished aircrafts for operation instead of new ones.

Travel › Re: Azman Air Commences Flight Operations From Kebbi To Other States(pics) by CaptainRahl(m): 7:36pm On Sep 09, 2016

klexycole:
Boeing777pilot,

What's the make and model of this aircraft and how much does it costs?

Oya, I'm waiting

oya, oga how many you want buy?... grin

Meanwhile, I'll like Boeing777pilot to have a look at these classic birds on display

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Travel › Re: Azman Air Commences Flight Operations From Kebbi To Other States(pics) by CaptainRahl(m): 7:35pm On Sep 09, 2016

klexycole:
Boeing777pilot,

What's the make and model of this aircraft and how much does it costs?

Oya, I'm waiting

Travel › Re: Azman Air Commences Flight Operations From Kebbi To Other States(pics) by CaptainRahl(m): 7:33pm On Sep 09, 2016

Boeing777pilot:
Boeing 737-300 series (classic)
Around $40-50million but not sure they bought it sha, it was probably leased.

Travel › Re: Ask A Pilot... by CaptainRahl(m): 7:52pm On Sep 07, 2016

okikiosibodu:
That's so true sir. I once cam across an article about a state in the north that sent more than 100 people abroad for training, an many opted out voluntarily. They gave flimsy excuse about loosing interest in the programme. I go so vex within myself_ was there no form of assessment for the benefactors before sending them off? I wish I had JUST one slot....one slot is all that is required.
Please do you know of any ongoing one for the south-western Nigeria especially Ogun state?

no sir

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Travel › Re: Ask A Pilot... by CaptainRahl(m): 7:49pm On Sep 07, 2016

naruto02:
Is that a new airline. Never heard of it.

Affirmative!
Cally air is owned by the Cross-river state government. Their technical partner is Dana air

Travel › Re: Ask A Pilot... by CaptainRahl(m): 5:37pm On Sep 07, 2016

jude33084:
AERO IS GONE,.....WHO NEXT?

Cally air will be in full operation by November.

Romance › Re: Why Do Girls Go Crazy For Guys That Can Draw? by CaptainRahl(m): 3:35pm On Sep 06, 2016

nursennenny:
Wow. seriously I thought am d only one lol . its kinda romantic to me and guys that play guitar too :DWow. seriously I thought am d only one lol . its kinda romantic to me and guys that play guitar too

why hasn't anyone told this lady that I'm a professional artist/guitarist?... Perhaps I can teach you if you don't mind.

... na joke I DEY joke ooo...me sef no sabi grin

Travel › Re: Ask A Pilot... by CaptainRahl(m): 7:04am On Sep 04, 2016

naruto02:
This is nice.. I'm still thinking how cheap pilot training would've been that time

it might interest you to know that state governments used to send students abroad for pilot training on scholarship.

Jobs/Vacancies › Re: A Nairalander’s Experience At The Army Ssc Course 44 Screening Exercise In Nda, by CaptainRahl(m): 11:29pm On Sep 01, 2016

You don't have to feel bad about it ma'am. Fix an artificial tooth and you are good to go.
Make sure you get get yourself tested and certified fit before you think of facing the selection board. Goodluck

Baddchristy:
Your answer just ruin what's left of my day and hope

Jobs/Vacancies › Re: A Nairalander’s Experience At The Army Ssc Course 44 Screening Exercise In Nda, by CaptainRahl(m): 8:34pm On Aug 31, 2016

Baddchristy:
Can one be disqualify because of dental issues like one missing a tooth

yes please.

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