Pilot only survivor of fatal Nepal plane crash
By Annabelle Liang
Rescuers work at the site after a Saurya Airlines' plane crashed during takeoff at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu on 24 July, 2024.
Photo: AFP
At least 18 people were killed after a plane crashed and caught fire while it was taking off from Nepal's capital of Kathmandu on Wednesday.
The pilot, who is currently receiving treatment in hospital, is the only survivor of the fatal accident.
Some 19 people were on the Saurya Airlines test flight, including technical staff members of the airline and two crew members.
The plane was headed to Pokhara, a popular tourism destination.
Videos posted online showed the plane being enveloped in fire and smoke. Fire engines and ambulances were rushed to the spot after the incident.
The incident happened at around 11.1...










