Aircraft hits hill on approach to Jomsom airport
(NEWSER) - A plane carrying 21 people crashed in the Himalayas this morning as it was attempting a landing in the north of Nepal. At least 15 people were killed, reports the BBC . The Agni Air plane crashed into a hillside about a mile from the Jomsom airport, a hub for trekkers. The injured, including two children, are being treated at a nearby hospital. Most of the fliers were from India and were believed to be traveling to the Muktinath temple, which is popular with Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims. CNN reports that a technical problem interfered with the plane's ability to land normally. More»
