Nepal: Search operations ongoing for missing Manang Air passenger aircraft enroute from Solukumbhu to Kathmandu July 11

Event

Authorities are conducting search operations for missing Manang Air passenger aircraft 9N-AMV as of the afternoon of July 11. The aircraft lost contact with air traffic control around 10:01, shortly following its departure from Koshi Province's Solukhumbu for Kathmandu's Tribhuvan International airport (KTM). Local media states search operations are concentrated around Lamjura Pass. Reports indicate five foreign passengers and one local pilot were on board the helicopter.

Heightened security and flight delays are possible at KTM as search operations continue.

Advice

Reconfirm flights via KTM.