As one that routinely flies in and out of ABQ, I can unequivocably say that it is usually an airshow. The approach to 26 from the east is fun, to say the least........... It's always bumpy going over the mountains, and once you clear them, you turn base way above profile, necessitating "square" turns. There is probably more room between the Sandia Mts. and the runway threshold than meets the eye, but they look REAL close!