No fatalities

Aircraft accident at Lukla-Tenzing-Hillary Airport (9N-ABG)

Lukla-Tenzing-Hillary, NepalTakeoff (climb)

On October 15, 1973, a De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter (registration 9N-ABG) operated by Royal Nepal Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Lukla-Tenzing-Hillary, Nepal during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-06-14Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft sustained significant damage during a takeoff attempt at Lukla-Tenzing-Hillary Airport, though all occupants survived without injury.

What happened

During an attempted departure from Lukla-Tenzing-Hillary Airport, an aircraft was involved in an accident under undetermined conditions. The event occurred during the takeoff phase of flight. While the impact resulted in the aircraft being declared a total loss due to damage beyond repair, there were no casualties reported.

All six individuals on board managed to exit the wreckage safely. No injuries were sustained by the crew or passengers during the incident.

Findings

The specific reasons for the crash remain unknown, as the circumstances surrounding the accident have not yet been established.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 15 Oct 1973 De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter accident near Lukla-Tenzing-Hillary, Nepal?

An aircraft sustained significant damage during a takeoff attempt at Lukla-Tenzing-Hillary Airport, though all occupants survived without injury.

Were there any fatalities in the 15 Oct 1973 De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 15 Oct 1973 involved a De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter, registration 9N-ABG, operated by Royal Nepal Airlines, at Lukla-Tenzing-Hillary, Nepal.