A tragic plane crash at Nepal’s Tribhuvan International Airport claimed 18 lives Wednesday, with one survivor hospitalized. The Saurya Airlines aircraft erupted in flames during an apparent maintenance-related incident, leaving investigators scrambling for answers.
🔥 Firefighters battled intense flames at the Kathmandu site as police cordoned off the wreckage. \"The plane was scheduled for month-long maintenance starting Thursday… We don’t know why it crashed,\" said airline spokesperson Mukesh Khanal, per Reuters. CGTN footage showed charred debris and emergency crews working tirelessly at the scene.
✈️ Aviation safety concerns are rising in Nepal, where mountainous terrain and aging infrastructure pose challenges. This crash echoes 2023’s Yeti Airlines disaster that killed 72, sparking calls for stricter regulations.
🕊️ Tributes poured in online as Nepal’s prime minister pledged a full probe. Travelers are advised to check flight updates amid ongoing firefighting and recovery efforts at the airport.
