July 11: A helicopter belonging to Manang Air has been reported missing since 10:01 am today. The chopper was en route to Kathmandu from Solukhumbu.    
According to Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) Spokesperson Teknath Sitaula, the helicopter with the call sign 9NA-MV had taken off from Surkhe of Solukhumbu for Kathamandu carrying six passengers.

"TIA is informed about the chopper losing the contact since it arrived near Lamjura pass. The crew sent its last message saying 'Hello' on Viber from Lamjura pass. The search for the helicopter continues," said Sitaula. -- RSS