Nepal (Rajeev Sharma): A helicopter accident at Nepal’s Everest Base Camp has claimed the life of a foreign national and left a Nepali citizen injured after two aircraft collided in the area.
The helicopters involved in the incident belonged to Fish Tail Air and Dynasty Air, according to Mausam Tamang, Chief of Police in Solukhumbu.
Police have confirmed the death of one foreigner, while another person from Nepal suffered injuries in the collision. The incident has drawn attention to aviation safety in the Everest region, which attracts large numbers of international tourists, climbers and trekking enthusiasts.
Further information about the identities of the victims, the cause of the collision and the condition of the injured person is awaited.
Authorities are expected to share additional details as more information about the incident becomes available.
