Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:40am on 24 Jul 2024,Wednesday International
Tragedy struck in Kathmandu, Nepal, as a Saurya Airlines plane crashed and caught fire during takeoff, killing 18 people. The pilot, the sole survivor, is receiving hospital treatment. The test flight had 19 on board, including crew and technical staff. Nepal's aviation industry has a concerning safety record, plagued by factors like unpredictable weather and lax regulations. This latest incident highlights the need for improved safety measures. Key points: 18 dead, pilot sole survivor, poor safety record, test flight crash, Saurya Airlines, Kathmandu. Investigations are likely to follow to determine the cause of the fatal crash.
