The Freedom Press
Kathmandu Nov 03: An Indian national was killed and another passenger injured after two helicopters operated by Fishtail Air and Air Dynasty collided while landing at Pheriche in Nepal’s Solukhumbu district on Tuesday.
The deceased was identified as 47-year-old Vasanth Kumar Balaramaramadu, who was travelling aboard the Fishtail Air helicopter.
A video of the collision appeared on social media showing that the incident occurred as the helicopters were approaching the landing area in the Himalayan region near Mount Everest.
The incident prompted concern over aviation safety in the mountainous region, where helicopters are frequently used to transport trekkers, climbers and tourists.
Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the circumstances that led to the collision.
Further details regarding the injured passenger and the extent of damage to the aircraft are awaited.
