A tragic accident unfolded at Tribhuvan International Airport on Wednesday morning, as a Saurya Airlines aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff, resulting in the deaths of all 19 people onboard. The Bombardier CRJ 200 aircraft, bound for the popular resort town of Pokhara, went down around 11 am local time.
Witnesses reported that the plane caught fire following the crash, though emergency services swiftly extinguished the blaze. The aircraft, part of Saurya Airlines’ small fleet, was in the process of departing when the incident occurred.
The 19 victims included both passengers and crew members. Emergency responders, including police and firefighters, quickly arrived at the scene to manage the situation and conduct rescue operations. Despite their prompt efforts, the severity of the crash and the subsequent fire left no survivors.
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The dead bodies of 18 people have been recovered and one injured person was rescued and taken to the hospital, according to the latest update from Tribhuvan International Airport.
Saurya Airlines, a domestic carrier with a fleet of just three Bombardier CRJ 200 aircraft, each with a capacity of 50 passengers, has been operating in Nepal’s aviation sector for several years. The aircraft involved in the crash was relatively new and well-maintained according to airline sources.
The cause of the crash is currently under investigation. Aviation authorities and safety experts are examining the wreckage and analyzing flight data to determine the factors that led to the tragic incident.
Tribhuvan International Airport, Nepal’s primary international gateway, has been working closely with aviation and emergency services to address the aftermath of the crash and provide support to the families of the victims. The incident marks a somber day for the aviation community and the nation as a whole, highlighting ongoing concerns about flight safety and emergency preparedness.
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