The Pokhara International Airport and the old Pokhara Airport have prohibited flying kites, drones, and balloons, as well as using laser lights, in their air traffic zones and surrounding areas due to potential risks to flight safety.
Jagannath Niraula, chief of Pokhara International Airport, said the public had been notified not to engage in such activities, warning that they could seriously affect the safety of aircraft operations.
Improper Waste Disposal Poses Risk to Flights
The airport authority has also urged people living in and around the airport areas to manage waste and dead animals properly. Dumping garbage indiscriminately and disposing of dead birds or animals in canals can attract birds and other wildlife, increasing the risk of bird strikes and other hazards during aircraft takeoffs and landings.
The authority has called on the public to avoid activities that attract birds and wildlife near the airports and to ensure proper disposal of waste and animal carcasses.
Strict Action Against Violators
The Pokhara International Airport Civil Aviation Office has warned that anyone found violating the notice will face strict action in accordance with prevailing laws.
The restrictions aim to minimise potential hazards and ensure the safe operation of aircraft at both airports.
