Nepali Researchers Develop AI-Powered Flight Safety System to Prevent Mountain Crashes in Nepal

Kathmandu. Imagine a disaster similar to the devastating floods and landslides of September 2024 cutting off an entire village from the road network. With roads blocked, a drone is deployed to deliver emergency medicines and food. Midway through the mission, strong mountain winds suddenly develop, causing the drone to lose stability, crash into a hillside, and fail to deliver the supplies.

While hypothetical, such a scenario reflects the challenges of operating aircraft in Nepal's rugged geography, where steep mountains, the Himalayas, unpredictable weather, and sudden wind gusts have long posed serious risks not only to drones but also to helicopters and airplanes.