Nepal

Air Dynasty helicopter crashes in Khotang, one injured

By THT Online

KATHMANDU, MARCH 18 A helicopter operated by Air Dynasty Heli Services crashed in Belabeshi, Kepilasgadhi Rural Municipality–2 of Khotang on Wednesday afternoon, leaving one person injured. The helicopter, identified as 9N-AFQ, was en route from Kathmandu to Khotang when the incident occurred at around 11:51 am. According to initial reports, the aircraft was carrying six people, including one crew member. Police said the helicopter hit a hillside while attempting to land and overturned, injuring a passenger. The injured has been identified as 50-year-old Kaji Bahadur Rai, who is currently receiving treatment. Air Dynasty said that all passengers and the pilot are safe, with no casualties reported among those onboard. The company stated it is working with concerned authorities to ascertain the cause of the crash. Further details are awaited.