On 24 July 2024, a Saurya Airlines Bombardier CRJ200 crashed and caught fire shortly after take-off from Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. It was a ferry flight to Pokhara for maintenance, carrying mostly airline staff. 18 of the 19 on board were killed; the captain was the sole survivor.
In short: a Saurya Airlines jet crashed on take-off from Kathmandu on 24 July 2024, killing 18. The captain was the only survivor.
Aviation safety in Nepal
Nepal's difficult terrain and weather make aviation challenging, and the sector has been under international scrutiny. Travellers can reduce risk by flying with established airlines, travelling in good weather, keeping flexible plans and using roads where practical.