Mountain flights diverted to Pokhara due to bad weather in Khumbu
Author: Sureis
Category: Mountain
January 11, 2018
Everest, Nepal
KATHMANDU: Buddha Air’s aircraft ATR 42 9N-AIT and Yeti Airlines’ ATR 72 9N-AMM taking mountain flights to Mount Everest were diverted to Pokhara this morning. The flights were diverted after they ha
Mountain flights diverted to Pokhara due to bad weather in Khumbu
KATHMANDU:Buddha Air’s aircraft ATR 42 9N-AIT and Yeti Airlines’ ATR 72 9N-AMM taking mountain flights to Mount Everest were diverted to Pokhara this morning.
The flights were diverted after they had to circle in the sky above Kathmandu for 20-30 minutes due to bad weather in Khumbu region where Mount Everest lies.
Meanwhile, Yeti Airlines' ATR 72 has landed in Pokhara for the first time.
Weather Update: Standard Himalayan mountain conditions
Peak Altitude: 8848 m
Risk Level: Low
Expedition Info: First ascent expedition
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