Only certified pilots are permitted to land here, as the approach is through deep valleys and tough mountain conditions. Since it is located in the French Alps, these dangerous conditions make for great viewing for the passengers.
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As flights approach the runway, the city appears to emerge like a mirage from a desert. At night, the lighted Las Vegas strip is spectacular.
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