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Old Mar 23, 2011 | 2:48 pm
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Originally Posted by scubadiver
A normal landing at Saba, the world's shortest commercial runway.

The twin Otter Glides in, wingtip practically striking sparks from the cliff face. Reverse pitch, full throttle while still in the air. Stall warning sounds, wheels hit, end of runway coming up. And stop. Feet to spare.
My hubby went to Saba to do some scuba diving and he said it was the smallest runways he has ever seen. I think the landing scared him some, not that he will ever say it did.
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