Nepal's civil aviation authority rejects national park's ban on commercial choppers over Everest

The civil aviation authority of Nepal (CAAN) challenged a notice by Sagarmatha National Park restricting commercial helicopters. CAAN asserted its sole authority over flight operations, directing helicopter companies to continue as usual. Tourism stakeholders emphasized the negative impact of flight cancellations on pre-booked tours and Nepal's tourism credibility.

Nepal's civil aviation authority rejects national park's ban on commercial choppers over Everest

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The civil aviation authority of Nepal (CAAN) challenged a notice by Sagarmatha National Park restricting commercial helicopters. CAAN asserted its sole authority over flight operations, directing helicopter companies to continue as usual. Tourism stakeholders emphasized the negative impact of flight cancellations on pre-booked tours and Nepal's tourism credibility.