extreme approach

Location:  Courchevel, France ALAMY Image ID:3CJNC5T A ski-equipped Pilatus PC-6 Porter sits poised on the snow at Courchevel Altiport, its propeller stilled against a wall of frosted firs. A helicopter hovers beyond the wing and a lone figure crosses the apron, underscoring the high-alpine utility of short-takeoff aircraft. Crisp light, cold air, and purposeful…