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Flying Into Courchevel Altiport
Courchevel's 537-metre runway with an 18.6% gradient is the most dramatic commercial approach in Europe. Here is how the world's top charter operators handle it.
The approach
Single visual approach, no go-around. Pilots commit at the threshold.
Which aircraft can land
Light turboprops (PC-12, King Air 350), Cirrus Vision Jet under STOL config, and most helicopters.
Pilot certification
Mandatory Courchevel-specific endorsement with check rides and minimum sector counts.
Booking the season
December–March slots fill 60+ days out. Helicopter transfers from Geneva or Chambéry are the realistic Plan B.
FAQ
Can a Citation land at Courchevel?
No — runway length and gradient rule out jets above the Vision Jet class.
How long is the helicopter from Geneva?
About 35 minutes in good weather.
Conclusion
For peak ski season, combine a heavy jet into Geneva with a pre-booked twin-engine helicopter transfer.
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