26th February 2016 - Nepal

Special Advisory - Nepal: Air Kasthamandap plane reported missing; Account for staff

An Air Kasthamandap plane en route from Nepalgunj (Banke district) to Jumla (Jumla district) at 12.16 (local time) on 26 February has reportedly crash landed at Chilkhaya (Kalikot district). The aircraft was carrying 11 passengers, as well as two crew members. Initial reports indicate that some passengers may have sustained major injuries. Rescue operations are under way. Details are still emerging.

Travel Advice

Managers

• Account for staff. Contact Air Kasthamandap at 977 1 4112522 for further information.

Travellers

• Liaise with local contacts and monitor our travel security alerts on Nepal for further information.