Nepal, Oct. 15 -- The Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) has moved forward with plans to introduce a satellite-based navigation and landing procedure at Pokhara International Airport to reduce flight disruptions, diversions and cancellations caused by adverse weather and poor visibility.

CAAN has completed a preliminary technical study for implementing Required Navigation Performance Authorization Required (RNP-AR), an advanced approach procedure designed to improve aircraft navigation and landing capabilities.

Pokhara Airport currently relies on radio-based navigation and landing systems. Its geographical location and surrounding hills pose challenges to flight operations during adverse weather and low visibility.

Following the...