Altitude Air Pvt. Ltd.

What Altitude Air Pvt. Ltd. does

Altitude Air Pvt. Ltd. is a Nepal-based commercial helicopter operator founded in 2015 and in service since October 2016, headquartered in Kathmandu (Sinamangal) with operational stations at Kathmandu domestic airport and Lukla. The company serves Nepal's Himalayan region with a fleet of two Airbus H-125 aircraft, offering a portfolio that includes scenic mountain tours (Everest Base Camp, Langtang, Gosaikunda, Muktinath), private charter flights, high-altitude rescue operations including human longline extraction, medical evacuation, aerial filming and photography, cargo sling operations, heli-skiing, and skydiving.

The company's operational backbone consists of Airbus H-125 helicopters optimized for high-altitude flight, supported by an in-house NCAR Part 145-approved maintenance organization, a CAAN-compliant Safety Management System (SMS), and a pilot team whose senior captains hold up to 8,095 flight hours. Altitude Air claims 9 years of continuous operation, 11,000 cumulative flight hours, 32,000 successful flights, and a 100% safety record. Notable operational achievements include documented human longline rescue missions from Everest, Ama Dablam, Himlung, and Lobuche Peak.

Altitude Air runs a direct-to-consumer model with bookings made through its website, phone, WhatsApp, email, and physical airport/Lukla counters. Revenue is transactional per flight, with package pricing ranging from approximately NPR 170,000 (~$1,260) for Gosaikunda tours to $9,871 for premium Everest scenic charters, plus separate pricing for charter, medevac, rescue, and filming services; 13% VAT is included in published prices. The customer base spans international adventure tourists, Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims, international climbing expeditions, Bollywood and National Geographic production teams, government agencies, and emergency medical patients. The company is privately held by founder/management with no disclosed external funding or institutional investors.

Name

Altitude Air Pvt. Ltd.

Legal name

Altitude Air Pvt. Ltd.

Website

https://altitudeairnepal.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Altitude Air Pvt. Ltd. is a Nepal-based commercial helicopter operator running a two-aircraft Airbus H-125 fleet that provides scenic tours, charter, high-altitude rescue, medevac, aerial filming, cargo sling, heli-skiing, and skydiving services to adventure tourists, pilgrims, climbers, film studios, and government clients across the Himalayan region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Helicopter Aviation Services

NAICS

Nonscheduled Chartered Passenger Air Transportation (481211), Nonscheduled Air Transportation (4812)

SIC

Air Transportation, Nonscheduled (4522)

akta.pro primary industry

Helicopter Sightseeing & Scenic Tours (TLAFACAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Helicopter Charter & Sightseeing (TLAFABAH), On-Demand Helicopter Charter (Private/Corporate) (TLAFACAB), Aerial Adventure & Flight Schools (Paragliding, Hang Gliding, Paramotoring) (THAAAKAA)

Keywords

• Helicopter tour services
• High-altitude rescue
• Medical evacuation flights
• Aerial filming services
• Mountain charter flights

Headquarters

HQ city

Kathmandu

HQ country

Nepal

HQ region

Asia

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Scenic Mountain Tours: Helicopter tours over major Himalayan destinations including Everest Base Camp, Langtang, Gosaikunda, and Muktinath. Revenue generated per booking based on destination and duration.
2. Charter Flight Services: Private helicopter charter services for accessing remote and inaccessible areas of Nepal, including mountain flights, breakfast tours, and custom itineraries.
3. Rescue Services: High-altitude rescue operations including human longline rescues, medical evacuations, and emergency patient transport. Critical services for climbers and remote communities.
4. Aerial Services: Specialized services including aerial filming and photography, cargo sling operations, and environmental surveys for various industries including filmmaking, real estate, construction, and tourism.
5. Adventure Services: Adventure offerings including heli-skiing in untouched Himalayan powder snow and skydiving experiences over mountainous terrain.
6. Medical Evacuation (Medevac): Emergency medical evacuation flights for COVID-19 patients and others across all parts of Nepal using brand new Airbus fleet.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Altitude Air is a Nepal-based helicopter operator that sells scenic Himalayan helicopter tours (Everest Base Camp, Langtang, Gosaikunda, Muktinath), private charter flights, high-altitude rescue operations, medical evacuation, aerial filming and photography, cargo sling services, heli-skiing, and skydiving using a fleet of Airbus H-125 helicopters. Customers include adventure tourists, pilgrims, corporate charter clients, film production studios, and government agencies requiring access to Nepal's remote Himalayan terrain.

Product overview

Altitude Air Pvt. Ltd. is a Nepalese helicopter airline operating a fleet of Airbus H-125 helicopters for commercial aviation services. The company offers a portfolio of tour packages including Everest Base Camp, Gosaikunda, Langtang & Kyanjin Village, and Muktinath helicopter tours, alongside specialized services such as rescue operations, aerial filming and surveys, cargo sling operations, heli-skiing, medical evacuation, and charter flights. The service portfolio is unified under the Altitude Air brand, with tour packages designed for tourists and adventure seekers, while operational services support commercial, emergency, and industrial needs across Nepal's Himalayan terrain.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour (Khumbu) Five-hour helicopter tour from Kathmandu to the Everest region, reaching a highest altitude of 19,000 feet, with landings at Lukla Airport, Pheriche, and Hotel Everest View, and a flyover of Everest Base Camp. Designed for adventure tourists seeking premium aerial views of Everest; capacity 1-5 passengers; priced from $6,102.00.
• Gosaikunda Helicopter Tour Approximately 5-hour helicopter tour from Kathmandu to Gosaikunda Lake (4,380m) in Rasuwa, a sacred alpine lake revered by Hindus and Buddhists, with a 20-30 minute landing at the lake. Designed for pilgrims and adventure tourists; 2-5 passengers; priced from NPR 170,000.
• Langtang & Kyanjin Village Helicopter Tour Five-hour helicopter tour into Langtang Valley with views of Langtang Lirung, Dorje Lakpa, Ganesh Himal, and Shishapangma, and a 30-45 minute landing at Kyanjin Gompa (3,870m) including breakfast at a local tea house. Designed for tourists seeking Himalayan scenery and cultural exposure without trekking; priced from $2,260.00.
• Muktinath Helicopter Tour Three-hour pilgrimage helicopter tour to Muktinath Temple in Mustang at 3,800m, sacred to Hindus and Buddhists, with a 30-60 minute temple visit. Designed for pilgrims and visitors unable to trek; priced from $5,537.00 per person.
• Everest Scenic Flight (Sokolov Family Package) Private family Everest scenic helicopter flight offering aerial views of Mount Everest and the Himalayan range. Capacity 2-8 passengers; priced from $9,871.00.
• High-Altitude Rescue Services High-altitude rescue and emergency operations using Airbus helicopters, including human longline rescues from remote Himalayan peaks such as Deng Gorkha, Ama Dablam Camp II, Mt. Himlung Camp II, and Lobuche Peak. Used by climbing expeditions, government agencies, and individuals in emergencies.
• Medical Evacuation (Medevac) Emergency medical evacuation flights for patients (including COVID-19 patients) requiring rapid transport from remote or inaccessible areas of Nepal to medical facilities using the Airbus H-125 fleet.
• Charter Flight Services Private helicopter charter services for customized travel itineraries to remote and inaccessible areas of Nepal, including mountain flights, breakfast tours, and bespoke corporate transportation.
• Aerial Filming and Photography Aerial filming, photography, and environmental survey services capturing high-quality imagery and data over the Himalayas for film production studios, documentary makers, real estate, construction, environmental studies, and tourism industries. Used by clients including National Geographic and Bollywood Production Studios.
• Cargo Sling Operations Helicopter sling cargo transport for delivering oversized or heavy loads to remote, mountainous, or inaccessible areas of Nepal that cannot be reached by road.
• Heli-Skiing Adventure skiing service providing helicopter access to untouched powder snow in the Himalayas, including challenging descents for experienced skiers and helicopter transfers to remote Himalayan peaks.
• Skydiving Skydiving experience with helicopter drops offering 360-degree panoramic views of the Himalayan mountains. Designed for adventure tourists.
• Mountain Flight (Scenic) Scenic mountain flights offering aerial views of Himalayan peaks and Nepal's landscapes for tourists seeking a high-altitude sightseeing experience.

Quantifiable outcome

• 9 years of continuous operation since 2016
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered minor, moderate and core.

• World BankminorOthersInternational agency that Altitude Air has worked alongside for various operations. Nature of collaboration not explicitly detailed but indicates international recognition of services.
• National GeographicmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerAltitude Air provides aerial filming and survey services for National Geographic documentary and content production. Collaboration demonstrates credibility in high-quality media production.
• Bollywood Production StudiosmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerFilm production partnerships for Bollywood movies requiring aerial helicopter footage of Himalayan landscapes. Demonstrates entertainment industry recognition.
• Government AgenciescoreOthersCollaboration with government agencies for rescue operations, emergency services, and transportation of medical supplies and cargo. Critical during COVID-19 pandemic for patient transport.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Simrik Air: Nepal-based helicopter operator offering scenic tours, charter, rescue and medevac across the same Himalayan routes (Everest, Langtang, Annapurna). Directly comparable in service mix, geography, and customer base to Altitude Air.
• Manang Air: Established Nepal-based helicopter company operating scenic mountain flights, rescues, and charter services out of Kathmandu. Closely comparable on destination mix and target customer segments.
• Shree Airlines (Helicopter Division): Nepalese aviation group with a helicopter division offering charter, scenic tours, and rescue work. Comparable service portfolio and Himalayan operating environment, with broader group resources.
• Air Dynasty Helicopter Services: Nepalese helicopter operator providing aerial sightseeing, rescue, charter, and medevac services in the Himalayan region. Competes head-to-head on the same premium tour packages and rescue contracts.
• Mountain Helicopters: Nepal-based helicopter operator offering charter, sightseeing, medevac, and cargo services. Direct competitor on premium helicopter tours in Nepal.
• Heli Everest: Nepalese helicopter operator focused on Everest-region scenic flights, mountaineering support, and rescue. Closely comparable in niche, geography, and pricing.
• Kailash Helicopter Services: Nepalese helicopter operator offering tours, rescue and charter services across the Himalayan region. Comparable service mix and competitive overlap with Altitude Air.
• Himalaya Helicopters: Nepal-based helicopter operator providing mountain rescue, medevac, charter and aerial work — overlapping substantially with Altitude Air's service portfolio.

Regional players

• Alpine Helicopters: Canadian helicopter operator providing mountain rescue, sightseeing and charter services in the Rockies. Comparable mountain-operation capability, but operating in a different geography.
• Air Zermatt: Swiss helicopter operator with deep expertise in high-altitude rescue and scenic flights in the Alps. Comparable operating model and mission profile but serves a European geography and does not directly compete in Nepal.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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