
Why don't planes fly over this HUGE region? This area is slightly larger than Texas and California combined. If you look at real-time flight tracking services like FlightRadar24, there's a HUGE empty space above it. This is Tibet, it sits on the Himalayan plateau, with an average elevation of 4,500 meters.
Commercial planes typically cruise at 10,000 meters, but Tibet's extreme altitude creates THREE major problems:
First, emergency landings become nearly impossible - there's nowhere to safely come down!
Second, air pressure drops dramatically during emergencies. At Tibet's elevation, passengers would have significantly less time before oxygen deprivation.
Finally, the Himalayas create unpredictable wind patterns that can cause severe turbulence. Airlines prioritize YOUR safety by planning routes around Tibet, even if it means using more fuel and time.
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