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EP: 645 | Should Nepal Airlines Just Shut Down? | Abhinav Karki | Sushant Pradhan Podcast
04 November 2026

EP: 645 | Should Nepal Airlines Just Shut Down? | Abhinav Karki | Sushant Pradhan Podcast

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Why is Nepal Airlines struggling, and what would it take to fix Nepal's aviation industry? In this episode, Abhinav Bahadur Karki, Aerospace Executive and Former Airbus Manager, shares his experience in the global aerospace industry and discusses the challenges holding Nepal's aviation sector back. From reviving Mustang Helicopter to working at Airbus, Abhinav explains the business decisions, financial challenges, and operational systems behind aviation. He discusses how Airbus operates, why helicopters can get grounded, and the lessons Nepal's aviation businesses can learn from international industry practices. We also examine the problems facing Nepal Airlines, including its financial difficulties, management challenges, and position in international aviation. Why has Nepal Airlines faced restrictions in Europe? What contributes to aviation accidents in Nepal, and what changes could improve airline safety and performance? Abhinav shares his perspective on the issues and potential solutions, including the debate around private-sector involvement in Nepal Airlines. The conversation also explores aviation careers, aerospace opportunities, rescue operations, and how passengers can find cheaper flight tickets.


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