{"id":3154,"date":"2026-01-03T13:39:52","date_gmt":"2026-01-03T13:39:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nepalinewshub.com\/?p=3154"},"modified":"2026-01-03T13:39:52","modified_gmt":"2026-01-03T13:39:52","slug":"buddha-air-clarifies-runway-incident-rejects-claims-cabin-crew-blocked-exit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nepalinewshub.com\/?p=3154","title":{"rendered":"Buddha Air clarifies runway incident, rejects claims cabin crew blocked exit"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>KATHMANDU:<\/strong> Buddha Air has strongly objected to reports published by some online media outlets claiming that a flight attendant refused to open the aircraft door during a recent\u00a0runway incident, stating that such claims are misleading and factually incorrect.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"525\">In an official clarification, the airline said the situation unfolded strictly in line with aviation safety protocols and that passenger safety remained the top priority throughout the incident.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"527\" data-end=\"555\"><strong data-start=\"527\" data-end=\"555\">According to Buddha Air:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"1372\">\n<li data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"819\">\n<p data-start=\"559\" data-end=\"819\"><strong data-start=\"559\" data-end=\"595\">Technical and Safety Conditions:<\/strong>\u00a0After the aircraft veered off the runway, a ditch and accumulated water were observed on the left side of the aircraft. Opening the left-side door under such conditions posed a serious safety risk and was therefore avoided.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"1158\">\n<p data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"1158\"><strong data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"847\">Cabin Crew Response:<\/strong>\u00a0The cabin crew attempted to unlock the front right door in accordance with standard safety procedures. However, due to a mechanical jam, the door could not be opened. The crew then immediately initiated evacuation through the rear service door to ensure passengers could exit the aircraft safely without delay.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1372\">\n<p data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1372\"><strong data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1187\">Passenger Assistance:<\/strong>\u00a0During the evacuation, passenger Umesh Moktan played a crucial role by helping open the front right door and assisting fellow passengers in exiting the aircraft swiftly and safely.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1610\">Buddha Air has expressed sincere gratitude to Umesh Moktan for his courage, presence of mind, and cooperation during the emergency.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1610\">The airline also announced that he will be formally recognized and rewarded for his commendable actions.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1797\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">The airline reiterated its commitment to passenger safety and urged media outlets to verify facts responsibly before publishing reports that may misrepresent critical safety operations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>KATHMANDU: Buddha Air has strongly objected to reports published by some online media outlets claiming that a flight attendant refused to open the aircraft door during a recent\u00a0runway incident, stating that such claims are misleading and factually incorrect. 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