And if they swap ends of the runway, you get the breathtaking views of Trombay Hill on the VOR to 32.
As mentioned earlier, 9-27 is no picnic when it's wet with all the rubber buildup. A jumbo seems to slide off every year or two. The slums and infamous public "facilities" at the approach end of runway 27 are supposed to be relocated. Sadly, the rains may have moved them with tragic results. The Sahar Airport Road was in the process of being cleaned up, it is the visitor's first impression leaving the terminal of the poverty, suffering and filth that is street life in BOM. Hopefully some of this new wealth buying Rolls Royces in Bandra will filter down to those who need it most...