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Air India, Nepal Airlines Near Collision; 3 ATCs Suspended

The incident is a reminder of the importance of air traffic control in ensuring the safety of air travel

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Three employees of a Nepali airline have been suspended after their aircraft narrowly avoided colliding with an Indian plane. The incident took place when the Nepali aircraft was on approach to land at an airport in Nepal.

According to reports, the Nepali aircraft was on its descent when it came too close to an Indian plane. The incident was averted thanks to the timely intervention of air traffic control.

Following the incident, the authorities at the airport launched an investigation into the matter. As a result, three employees of the Nepali airline have been suspended pending the outcome of the investigation.

The incident is a reminder of the importance of air traffic control in ensuring the safety of air travel. It highlights the need for constant vigilance and attention to detail on the part of all airline employees involved in air travel.

As of now, it remains unclear when the suspended employees will be reinstated in their positions. The Nepali airline has assured that it will take all necessary steps to ensure the safety of its passengers and crew, and prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.