Kathmandu: Why Is Nepal’s Main Airport So Difficult To Fly Into?

Nepal is famous for being a Himalayan hiking paradise and is a favorite of mountaineers (it is home to Mount Everest). However, its main airport, Kathmandu Airport (officially Tribhuvan International Airport), is known for being difficult to fly out of. While the airport may not be to blame, in July 2024, a Saurya Airlines Bombardier CRJ200ER crashed shortly after takeoff at Kathmandu Airport, killing 18 (all but one occupant).