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{{jplink|487300}} (Boeing 757 overflying the road, with the walkway to the right - 35mm) | {{jplink|487300}} (Boeing 757 overflying the road, with the walkway to the right - 35mm) | ||
=== | ===Perimeter Fence off Road to Safi=== | ||
Offers a view of runway 32 takeoffs and touchdowns. However, this is an awkward spot as an old building on the right will restrict your view of incoming aircraft | Offers a view of runway 32 takeoffs and touchdowns. However, this is an awkward spot as tall vegetation and an old building on the right will restrict your view of incoming aircraft. To get a better view you would have to descend close to the fence but you would then need a stepladder to clear it. | ||
'''Time of day:''' Afternoon and evening. | '''Time of day:''' Afternoon and evening. | ||
'''Directions:''' As with the previous spot but follow the road up the hill. Near the top turn right to take an old country road to the village of Safi. Before you get anywhere near Safi you will come to a fork in the road. Keep right and you will soon reach the | '''Directions:''' As with the previous spot but follow the road up the hill. Near the top turn right to take an old country road to the village of Safi. Before you get anywhere near Safi you will come to a fork in the road. Keep right and you will soon reach the airport perimeter fence. This spot is really for drivers as it will add some 25 minutes to your journey from the terminal if you are on foot. | ||
===Viewing Platform on the Safi Side=== | ===Viewing Platform on the Safi Side=== | ||