GULMI, Feb 23: Nepal Airlines has suspended flight operations at Resunga Airport for the entire month of Falgun because of technical issues with its small aircraft.
Suman Thapa, the head of the Resunga office for Nepal Airlines, explained that the suspension occurred after one aircraft developed a technical fault. Nepal Airlines operates two small aircraft. "One aircraft has already malfunctioned, and the other developed engine problems, leading to the suspension of flights. The aircraft is currently in Kathmandu for repairs," he said. "We will not resume flights throughout Falgun (mid-February to mid-March)," Thapa added, noting that repairs would take longer due to the need for parts from abroad.
Demo flight to be held today at Resunga airport
The last flight from Resunga Airport took place on December 9, 2024, traveling from Tamghas to Kathmandu. Since opening in April 2022, the airport has had 90 flights and roughly 2,250 passengers. The aircraft can carry up to 19 passengers at a time. Despite flight operations, the airport only employs three staff members.
