67. Aspen-Pitkin County Airport – Colorado, USA
Year of construction: 1946
Risk factors: Snow, mountains, winds
According to The Aspen Times, the Aspen-Pitkin County Airport is ranked as the most dangerous in the United States. When you think of the word “Aspen,” you probably associate it with snow. After all, the Colorado city is a hotspot for skiers and snowboarders.
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The Aspen-Pitkin County Airport gets all that snow, and that’s not the only danger. In addition to the visibility concerns, the airport is stuck between two mountains, so pilots have to descend swiftly at a high altitude. In order to land at the airport, pilots have to receive special training and be certified to manage the complex conditions. Airport officials also don’t hesitate to close the venue if they think visibility might be poor.