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Nepal investigates collision between two AS350 helicopters at Everest trekking-route helipad

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The Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal is investigating a Nov. 3 collision involving two Airbus AS350 helicopters during landing at Pheriche, a 14,340-foot helipad in Solukhumbu district along the Everest Base Camp trekking route.

Discovered 2026-11-12T10:05:14.854215-08:00 | 2026-11-12T10:05:14.854215-08:00

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  • The collision occurred during landing at a 14,340-foot helipad, placing the investigation in the context of helicopter operations at a high-altitude site.
  • CAAN’s investigation may establish the circumstances of the collision and inform safety oversight for helicopter activity along the Everest Base Camp route.

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