A Saurya Airlines plane crashed shortly after takeoff from Kathmandu's Tribhuvan International Airport, killing at least 18 employees on board, including 17 technicians and 2 crew members. The sole survivor, the pilot, was rescued and is receiving treatment for non-life-threatening injuries. Eyewitness accounts describe the plane skidding off the runway and crashing into a field, causing a massive fire that emergency personnel swiftly contained. The crash has raised concerns regarding Nepal's air safety record, particularly with outdated aircraft, as the country has seen multiple fatal aviation incidents in recent years. Tribhuvan International Airport remains closed as investigations into the cause of the crash, which occurred amid low visibility conditions but no rain, are ongoing. This tragedy highlights the persistent dangers associated with air travel in Nepal, known for its challenging mountainous terrain.