Nepal Airlines Plans Fleet Expansion with Six New Aircraft for Domestic and International Routes
Summary
Nepal Airlines Corporation plans to add six new aircraft, including Twin Otters, ATR-72s, and narrow-body planes, to expand domestic and international flights, targeting remote areas and trunk routes.
Key Points
- Nepal Airlines Corporation proposes acquiring six new aircraft to enhance domestic and international flights.
- The plan includes purchasing two Twin Otter DHC-6, two ATR-72, and two narrow-body aircraft, or leasing them if purchase is not feasible.
- NAC aims to increase service to remote mountainous districts and compete on trunk routes like Biratnagar and Bhadrapur.
- NAC plans to refurbish a grounded Twin Otter and include this fleet expansion proposal in the government's upcoming fiscal year policy.
