Two Helicopters Collide Near Mount Everest Base Camp, Resulting in One Fatality and Two Injuries
One person died and two were injured when two helicopters collided while attempting to land near Mount Everest's base camp.
Portland, OR, November 3, 2026 —
A mid-air collision between two helicopters attempting to land near Mount Everest’s base camp has resulted in the death of one individual and injuries to two others.
The incident occurred as the aircraft were in the process of landing in the vicinity of the popular trekking and climbing hub. Details regarding the specific make and model of the helicopters, their operators, or the nationalities of those involved were not immediately available.
The cause of the collision is currently under investigation. Authorities are expected to launch a formal inquiry to determine the sequence of events leading up to the crash.
The Mount Everest region is a vital area for tourism and expeditions, with regular helicopter traffic supporting operations and ferrying passengers and supplies. The base camp, situated at an altitude of approximately 5,364 meters (17,598 feet), is a starting point for many Everest expeditions during the climbing season.
Emergency services were reportedly dispatched to the scene following the collision. The injured parties have been attended to, and efforts are underway to ascertain the full extent of their injuries and to arrange for appropriate medical care. The identity of the deceased has not yet been released pending notification of next of kin.
Further information is expected to be released as the investigation progresses.
Story summarized from the original created by Mark Heim on www.oregonlive.com, see more information here.
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