An Air Dynasty helicopter carrying four Chinese nationals and a Nepalese pilot crashed shortly after takeoff from Kathmandu. The aircraft was en route to Syaphrubensi when it lost contact with air traffic control just minutes into the flight.

Rescue teams have recovered the bodies of all victims from the crash site in the Suryachaur area. Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash.

This latest aviation disaster follows a fatal plane crash in July, raising concerns about air safety in Nepal. (ILKHA)