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Nepal Suspends Helicopter Tours to Everest Amid Local Protests

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Nepal Suspends Helicopter Tours to Everest Amid Local Protests

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  • **Nepal's airlines have suspended all helicopter flights** to the Everest region following protests by locals concerned about environmental impacts and loss of income.
  • Helicopters, often used for emergency rescues and transport, have become increasingly common for transporting tourists over the challenging terrains of Sagarmatha National Park.
  • The price of helicopter tours, often reaching US$1,000, significantly reduces travel time to Everest base camp but threatens local employment sources.
  • The suspension was announced after locals erected barriers at landing sites, leading to security concerns for pilots, prompting the Airlines Operators Association of Nepal to ground all flights.
  • The situation escalated despite ongoing negotiations between aviation authorities and local officials, highlighting a growing tension between tourism and environmental conservation.

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