Man Maya Airport
Man Maya Airport (Nepali: मन माया विमानस्थल, ICAO: VNKD), also known as Khanidanda Airport, is a domestic airport located in Rupakot Majhuwagadhi serving Khotang District, a district in Koshi Province in Nepal.
History
The airport originally had a 590 meter long dirt runway which marred operations during the rainy season. The runway blacktopped in July 2015 at a cost of Rs 70 million, allowing for year-round operations. Simrik Airlines had announced plans to resume services to the airport.
In 2018, the airport was severely damaged by a landslide. It was reopened in 2020.
Airlines and destinations
The following airlines offer regular scheduled flights at Man Maya Airport:
| Airlines | Destinations |
|---|---|
| Nepal Airlines | Kathmandu |
| Summit Air | Kathmandu |
| Tara Air | Kathmandu |
References
- ^ "Khanidanda Airport back in operation". Nepal Republic Media. 3 July 2015. Archived from the original on 8 July 2015. Retrieved 7 July 2015.
- ^ "Khanidanda, Nepal to reopen to commercial traffic". Ch-aviation. 7 July 2015. Retrieved 7 July 2015.
- ^ "Test flight conducted at Khanidanda airport". The Himalayan Times. 26 February 2020. Retrieved 1 July 2020.
- ^ "Domestic || Nepal Airlines Corporation".
- ^ "Flight Schedule". Summit Air. Archived from the original on 8 July 2017. Retrieved 15 October 2017.
- ^ "Flight Schedule". Tara Air. Retrieved 15 October 2017.
