Injured in helicopter crash, Pilot Sedhai passes away

Published On: October 25, 2023 12:00 PM NPT By: Republica  | @RepublicaNepal


KATHMANDU, Oct 25: Prakash Kumar Sedhai, the pilot of Manang Air who was injured in a helicopter accident has passed away.

Pilot Sedhai, who sustained severe injuries in the accident, was initially transported to Hams Hospital in Kathmandu. However, due to the extent of his injuries, he was subsequently taken to Mumbai for medical care.

Manang Air has conveyed the unfortunate news that Pilot Sedhai, who was undergoing treatment at the National Burn Center in Mumbai, passed away on Tuesday.

The helicopter identified by its 9N-ANJ callsign crashed while on a passenger rescue mission from Lukla to Lobuche on October 14.


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