Nepal One in Khotang District of helicopter Met with an accident during landing. This helicopter was bringing a dead body from Kathmandu. According to the local administration, the helicopter was trying to land in a field when it lost its balance and crashed. It is a matter of relief that there is no news of death or serious injury to any person in this accident.
According to ANI report, District Officer Rekha Kandel said that the team reached the spot immediately after the accident and the situation was brought under control. Everyone is safe and there has been no major loss of life or property. It is being told that such flights are common in the hilly areas of Nepal, but there is more danger due to lack of proper airstrip and sudden change in weather. Helicopters often land in small fields or open areas, which increases the risk.
The reasons for the accident are being investigated
At present the reasons for the accident are being investigated. Initially it is believed that bad SeasonTechnical problems or mistakes during landing could be the reason for this.
Nepal | “A helicopter crashed in Khotang District of Nepal, while landing in the farmland. The helicopter was carrying a body and had flown in from Kathmandu. No human casualties has been recorded. More details are awaited”, Chief District Officer, Rekha Kandel to ANI
— ANI (@ANI) March 18, 2026
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Last year, on 29 October 2025, a helicopter met with an accident near Mount Everest Base Camp near Lobuche in Solukhumbu district of Nepal. This helicopter was going on a rescue mission to save foreign tourists. The helicopter slipped during landing and an accident occurred. It is a matter of relief that the pilot was completely safe in this accident.
