A tragic incident occurred in Kathmandu, Nepal, as a small plane crashed during takeoff on Wednesday, resulting in the loss of 18 lives on board. The only survivor was reported to be the pilot of the Saurya Airlines flight, as confirmed by local authorities.
The ill-fated flight departed from Tribhuvan International Airport bound for Pokhara, Nepal’s renowned Himalayan tourist destination, shortly after 11 a.m. According to the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal, the aircraft crashed abruptly after takeoff, leaving the cause of the crash undetermined. An official investigation is set to take place to shed light on the circumstances surrounding this tragic event.
This is an ongoing story and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
