They list the most terrifying airports in Europe and a Spanish one sneaks into the top 10 of fear and stress

A new report by the Airadvisor platform, specialized in the defense of travelers’ rights, has revealed which are the 10 most stressful and “airports”terrifying“From Europe, and Spanish is among the most feared.

It is about Tenerife Norte Airportwhich occupies the tenth place in this ranking, elaborated through technical data and experiences that usually generate anxiety among passengers, especially those who are already afraid of flying.

Why do some airports cause more anxiety?

According to the study, It is not that these airports be insecure – In fact, everyone complies with strict international regulations – but that they present some complexities for the pilots: from frequent crossed winds and severe turbulence, to unconventional approaches and tracks surrounded by mountains or cliffs.

The 10 most terrifying European airports, according to Airadvisor:

What does it make so special – and stressful – to Tenerife North airport?

Located in a mountainous area and with a history marked by episodes of thick fog and reduced visibility, the Tenerife airport is known for presenting meteorological conditions that can force unfortunate deviations or landings. In addition, its proximity to the mountainous terrain implies more complex maneuvers, especially on wind days.

To this are added other factors that Airadvisor also includes in its analysis: the nearby view of mountains, turns pronounced in the approach and shaking that, although controlled, can fire the fear of many passengers.

Island airports, the most challenging

A clear trend in the list is the presence of airports located on islands. The tracks located near the sea, often in small spaces, are more exposed to unpredictable wind bursts. In Madeira, for example, much of the track is built on pillars that rise on the ocean. In Skiathos, the airplanes fly only a few meters from the tourists waiting on the beach. And in Santorini or Mykonos, geography forces maneuvers that leave no one indifferent.

The fear index: How was it elaborated?

Airadvisor has developed the Pure model (Passengers’ Unease & Real-world Exposure), which combines technical data of flights with emotional factors that influence risk perception. The ranking is based on seven key factors, Among them:

Is it dangerous to fly to these destinations?

No. Although the report catalogs them as “terrifying”, all these airports have strict Security measures and the pilots are specifically trained to operate in them. What may seem like a “infarction landing” for a passenger, is simply part of the daily routine for an experienced pilot.