Mingbo Airstrip: The High-Altitude Challenge for Tibet's Refuge

Constructed by Sir Edmund Hillary to assist Tibetan refugees, Mingbo Airstrip's 15,000 ft elevation presented unparalleled risks, rivaling Lukla as the world's most dangerous airport.

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