An Indian tourist has lost his life after two helicopters crashed during the attempt to sit near Mount Everest’s base camp in Nepal.
The accident occurred at around 08:15 local time in the Pheriche area, about 12 miles [12 km] south of Everett Base Camp.
Image from the site of the event shows the moment the helicopter blades touch each other during landing maneuver, causing the crash.
The company Fishtail Air has identified the victim as Vasanth Kumar Balaramou. According to the company’s statement, passengers and members of the wounded crew have been rescued and transported to Kathmandu.
Among the injured was a tourist from New Zealand, while district official Sollukrecu, Bhupendra Thapa, has disclosed details about the case.
The second helicopter, which was involved in the crash, was operated by the Air Dynasty Company and transported goods. He was led by a member of the crew who has suffered no injuries.
Two helicopters collified while promising to land in Nepal’s Mount Everest region, killing an Indian national and including a New Zealander. https://t.co/JopGSV2NAy
(@Breaking911) November 3, 2026
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