Helicopter Collision Raises Safety Concerns A tragic helicopter collision occurred near Pheriche in the Everest region on November 3. An Indian tourist lost their life, while other passengers, including a New Zealand tourist and a Nepali pilot, were injured. The incident has raised fresh concerns about helicopter safety in Nepal's popular trekking and tourism areas. Nepal's tourism industry is important to thousands of local families. Safety must always come before business. Our thoughts are with the affected families and everyone involved. Source: Associated Press (November 3, 2026) https://apnews.com/article/a8bb5b34b494ca7b94aada5e93ea1c51