Nepal is a famous tourist destination for trekking and hiking lover. Nepal is rich in natural and cultural sites. More than a thousand tourists choose Nepal for trekking and hiking because of its beauty. Nepal is under-developing country and road conditions are not too good in Nepal. In remote areas, transportation is rare so that you need to hike for a long to reach the destination. For hiking also there are no proper trails through which you can pass in a remote area of Nepal. However, Helicopter rescue in Nepal is good and fastest medium in emergency cases.
Due to unpredicted weather, there might be risky in the Himalayan region and those adventure seekers who are doing their mountain expedition in remote areas of Nepal, they might need help for emergency case. Hiking in that place for medical evacuation is not possible during that time so that Helicopter is used for rescue purposes.
Travelers may encounter during their journey in the Himalayan region of Nepal with Altitude sickness or Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). In this worst situation, rescuing fast through Helicopter and taking them to the hospital is the only option to save their life. You are not requested to travel higher elevation if you are the patient of altitude sickness. Previously, the Nepal Army was the only one who rescues the patient from a different region of Nepal via Helicopter. But at present Many agencies like insurance company are giving their best for rescue.
There are many trekking regions in Nepal through which you can observe the true beauty of Nepal. Helicopter rescue in Nepal is done every season due to the bad weather. Some of the region from which most of the trekkers rescued are:
Helicopter rescue in Langtang region
Apart from an amazing tour of a few hours, Helicopter is available for rescue at any time. You just need to let us know about the exact place and spot for the perfect landing. There should be proper information for a pilot about the exact position of patients from where we can easily rescue. Langtang valley is not so difficult as compared to another region. Having rescue in the Langtang region is not so hard for an experienced pilot. If you hire an experienced pilot then it is not hard to rescue by landing Helicopter at the elevation of 3,800 meters. Sometimes, due to the weather forecast, there might not be proper landing on time but there is a high majority of landing at a time.
Helicopter rescue in the Everest region
Trekking to the Everest Base Camp is the dream of many trekkers. In the scenic and cultural Helicopter around high Khumbu within Everest region, one can ask for the emergency Helicopter rescue of victims due to different illness like AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) either HAPE (High Altitude Pulmonary Edema) or HACE (High Altitude Cerebral Edema) infections and water-filled in lungs and brains. There might be several illnesses after the climb above 5,000 meters. If you are the patient of such illness then it is suggested that not to travel this region. Also due to unpredicted weather, it might be difficult for a pilot to land Helicopter over 5,000 meters. Luckily, there are 5 seats including a pilot for a rescue flight. In case of serious illness, you will be rescued and taken to Lukla or Kathmandu for further treatment. Everest is one of the difficult trekking zones in Nepal because of its higher elevation. Trekking in this region is risky for every trekker.
Helicopter rescue in the Manaslu region
Nepal North Mid-West located above the Gorkha district and also close to Manang is also one of the dangerous and risky for trekking in this region. Falling of snow, blocking of roads due to flood and landslide might stop your trek. Sometimes you might be affected by natural calamities too. At present, this is also the most tourist visited route due to its natural beauty. The World’s 8th highest mountain Mt.Manaslu lies in this region so that this region is mostly visited. This region is sandwiched between Ganesh Himal in the east and Annapurna towards the west. This region contains many remote villages through which you will pass by. In case of any serious injury during your trek then the only option is Helicopter rescue. There should be given proper and exact location to pilot from where victims should be rescued from lower Budhi-Gandaki River to higher areas of Manaslu from Dyang-Lo Gaon, Sama Gaon, Samdu to Larke Phedi or bottom of Larke-la pass, also called Dharmasala. Sometimes, there might be the problem of landing due to the worst weather and spot for landing. The helicopter can be called either from Pokhara or Kathmandu valley. After the rescue, you will be sent to the hospital for further treatment.
Hence, Helicopter is also using for different means of transportation. Here are some of the points:
Helicopter as Air Ambulance
The helicopter is the fastest medium to provide fast service in case of a rescue. Depending upon remoteness and isolation of the area needed, Helicopter flight will be involved in case of emergency. The pilot should be well-experienced and should be given proper information for landing. If the weather favors then the longer time will not be taken for rescue. Respective medical teams will be there to handle the condition of patients and to care for the patient until they reach the hospital. There should also be proper medicines, operating tables, or beds with sufficient medical requirements along with staff for proper care. There is no any problem except weather for a Helicopter rescue. Rescue via Helicopter is the fastest medium to save someone’s life. Helicopter rescue in Nepal is also called Air Ambulance service.
Rescue Helicopter
Helicopters Fleets we operate for all types of rescue and transports: There are several helicopter run and private Heli companies. Likely, Different models from Puma, Turbine Robinson R 66 Helicopter USA, H-125, or AS-350B3e built by Air-Bus Company, Airbus H125 with MSN 8477 Helicopter for commercial services with AS 350 B series of helicopters manufactured by Euro-Copter, France will provide the rescue facilities to you. Due to its popularity, many companies are running these Helicopters. These types of Helicopters are suitable for mountain tours, rescue, and different types of Helicopter missions. Here are some of its features:
- Awesome and fail-safe design
- Comfortable arrangement of seats
- Suitable for any Helicopter mission, rescue, and mountain flying too
- Consists of 5 seats
- Have the capacity to fly up to an altitude of 16,000 feet
Lastly, Helicopter rescue in Nepal is done as fast as they can if weather favors. There is no worry about the rescue in case of an emergency. If you are the patient of altitude sickness then do not try to climb higher elevation. And in such a situation, we are here to provide you Helicopter rescue in Nepal.
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