Helicopter Ops in Nepal: High Altitude, High Tempo

Lukla is the jumping-off point for most Everest climbing and trekking, and when the weather is good, its airport is a hub of activity. With no access by motorized ground vehicles, helicopters play a critical role in transporting cargo as well as people. Elan Head Photo

Driven by recent growth in tourism, Nepal’s civil helicopters are among the busiest in the world, with operators logging thousands of hours under the most demanding of conditions.

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