Aussie Group Flights Team - Classic Aircraft: Himalayan Foothills Dash

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We’re taking the DHC‑6 Twin Otter deep into Nepal’s mountain valleys for a full‑stop circuit through sloped airstrips, ridge crossings, and iconic Himalayan terrain. Expect tight approaches, steep descents, and unforgettable views.

:airplane_departure: Route:

VNPR → VNBP → VNKT → VNLK → VNBJ → VNCG

:straight_ruler: Distance: 262 NM

:stopwatch: Duration: ~2 hr 10 min @ 140 KTAS

:airplane: Aircraft: DHC‑6 Twin Otter (wheels)

:camera_with_flash: Highlights:

• Kathmandu Basin departure

• Lukla short‑field landing

• Bhojpur ridge‑top strip

• Scenic descent into Charikot

• Full‑stop landings at every airport

:bullseye: Tips:

• Watch for terrain funneling on approach to Lukla and Bhojpur

• Maintain altitude discipline over ridgelines

• Expect cloud layers and wind shifts in valleys

• Group spacing is critical in confined terrain

• Use short‑field technique — the Twin Otter excels here

Let’s put the Twin Otter to work in the world’s most iconic mountain range.

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Details to follow. Hope you can join us.

PLEASE NOTE: THIS INFORMATION IS FOR FLIGHT SIMULATION USE ONLY.

Regards, Paul

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Event: Classic Airplane
Sim: MSFS2024
Aircraft: Twin Otter
Speed: 150 knots
Server: South East Asia
Sim Time: 8:00am
Route: See attached flight plan
Alt: 17,500' to avoid terrain
When:  Tuesday 3rd March
Start: 19:00z
Duration: 1hr 50mins
Distance: 262nm 


Take off from Pokhara Intl(VNPR)
Track 144 deg to Bharatpur(VNBP) 38nm
Touch and Go at Bharatpur(VNBP)
Track 088 deg to Tribhuvan Intl(VNKT) 50nm
Touch and Go at Tribhuvan Intl(VNKT)
Track 090 deg to Lukla(VNLK) 73nm
Full Stop Landing at Lukla(VNLK) +++ 10 min break +++
Take Off from Lukla(VNLK)
Track 152 deg to Bhojpur(VNBJ) 37nm
Touch and Go at Bhojpur(VNBJ)
Track 122 deg to Chandragagadhi(VNCG) 65nm
Full Stop Landing at Chandragagadhi(VNCG)

Airport Details:
 
Pokhara Intl(VNPR)
Elev: 2,638'
RW 12/30 Concrete 8,202'

Bharatpur(VNBP)
Elev: 678'
RW 15/33 Asphalt 3,945'
 
Tribhuvan Intl(VNKT)
Elev: 4,357’
RW 02/20 Asphalt 10,002'

Lukla(VNLK)
Elev: 9,339'
RW 06/24 Concrete 1,776'

Bhojpur(VNBJ)
Elev: 3,972'
RW 17/35 Dirt 1,666'

Chandragagadhi(VNCG)
Elev: 314'
RW 10/28 Asphalt 4,889'
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Flight plans to support the event …

Little NavMap:
VFR Pokhara Intl (VNPR) to Chandragadhi (VNCG).lnmpln (2.0 KB)

MSFS2024:
VFR Pokhara Intl (VNPR) to Chandragadhi (VNCG).pln (1.7 KB)

MSFS2020:
VFR Pokhara Intl (VNPR) to Chandragadhi (VNCG).pln (2.6 KB)

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