Summary
Flights go from Leh to seven remote villages.
The rides are cheaper because the government pays part of the cost.
They also help doctors bring emergency help fast.
Key Points
5 points1
Service restarted on September 29 under a wet lease contract with Pawan Hans Limited.
2
Connected destinations are Kargil, Padum, Lingshed, Dibling, Nyerak, Diskit, and Turtuk.
3
Ticket prices range from 4,650 to 7,750 Indian rupees.
4
Travel time is about 30 to 50 minutes per flight.
5
Experienced, instrument‑rated pilots and safety checks are in place.
New Words to Learn
9 wordssubsidised
the government helps pay part of the cost
single-engine
has only one motor to fly
wet lease agreement
a contract where one company lets another use its airplanes and crew
Union Ministry of Home Affairs
the part of the Indian government that helps keep the country safe
instrument-rated
pilots who can fly using special machines that show where they are
licensed crew
people who have official permission to work on the helicopter
logistical
helping with the planning and moving of things
liaison
a person who makes sure everyone works together
nodal
a main point of contact for help
Want to learn even more? Click here to read the full story!
🔊 Reading Article
Kid-friendly voice