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Buddha airplane hit by bird during landing in Pokhara



POKHARA: A Buddha Air aircraft traveling from Kathmandu to Pokhara was struck by a bird while landing this afternoon.

According to Gautam Baral, Station Manager of Buddha Air in Pokhara, the incident occurred at around 3:45 PM at Pokhara International Airport. The aircraft’s propeller blade sustained minor damage following the bird strike.

Baral confirmed that all passengers and crew members onboard are safe, and the situation is under control.

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