bramv22 wrote:
I worked down on the islands as well flying the police helicopter and I don’t think you realize how small and difficult the airport of Saba is to land at with a fixed wing. Even during the day under good conditions it is not a routine job. <snip>
And not just any STOL, Twin Otters only. No night flights and Islandgirl, you'll get this (and someone said it before): this side of Saba (Zions Hill) isn't known for having their lights on late.
For perspective, see
here. For the not feint of heart, youtube 'Saba Landing' for several real and FX landings. I know, I know, LUA in Nepal, even SBH and many others. I ain't saying it's the hairiest fixed wing, I'm just saying there's some adrenaline involved in the last 1300 ft. And I speak solely as a passenger.
The heliport as you would guess is near the terminal building. Usually no skirt lights even, as the place closes tight at sundown.