Government Extends 50% Discount on International Airport Handling Fees, Airlines Remain Uninterested
Summary
The Nepalese government continues a 50% discount on handling fees at Bhairahawa and Pokhara international airports, but airlines remain uninterested due to operational challenges and route restrictions.
Key Points
- The government has extended a 50 percent discount on ground handling and airport fees at Bhairahawa and Pokhara international airports.
- No international airlines currently operate regular flights to Pokhara and Bhairahawa due to air route difficulties and technical obstructions such as ILS issues.
- Nepal Airlines Corporation's monopoly on ground handling leads to high costs despite discounts, contributing to airlines' lack of interest.
- The government has yet to take significant diplomatic or operational steps to resolve key issues preventing commercial operations at these airports.
