AIZAWL, Sept 23: Mizoram helicopter service has become very popular but the service is running at a loss commercially.
Pawan Hans is giving the chopper service here since August 14. The availability of tickets in the sectors of Kolasib and Hnahthial has become a problem as the chopper is increasingly popular in these far-flung areas of Mizoram.
The Pawan Hans operated Mizoram helicopter service runs smoothly since its launch. There has been just one cancellation of service.
Among the district headquarters, Mamit is the only one where there is no chopper service as there is no helipad in the district.
DoNER is funding for the construction of helipads in various parts of Mizoram. Thenzawl, Saitual, Champhai and Mamit will soon enjoy the chopper service from November as the constructions of helipads are underway.
As mentioned earlier, the helicopter service is available in nine different places of Mizoram from its main centre Aizawl.
Read more / Original news source: http://manipur-mail.com/helicopter-service/
