Few weeks back, Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal has released a notice which says that passengers should now show their tickets either in printed format or in a digital format (via mobile, tablets and likewise) for taking any domestic flights. The notice has made it clear that it is mandatory for passengers using domestic flights at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) to present their tickets while they check-in.
Most of the passengers today carry their tickets in digital formats, however it is said that some only show or provide PNR during the check-in while taking a domestic flights. As per the notice, it is hard to identify the passengers with just the PNR and for other safety reasons it has been made mandatory for passengers to provide their ticket while check-in.
The notice was released on Falgun 3, 2078 (Feb 15, 2022) and as per the notice issued by Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) the rule is implied from Falgun 7, 2078 (Feb 19, 2022). So passengers are no longer allowed to just board the flight with a PNR number, unless they provide a full ticket via printed format or in a digital format during the check-in. This goes to all the passengers that includes both locals and international tourist who are traveling via domestic flights.
The press release has also alerted that the passengers to be arrived at the Tribhuwan International Airport as per the reporting time provided in ticket.
What is a PNR?
Passenger Name Record (PNR) is a electronic detail of a passenger who buys a flight ticket. It is one of the important codes that holds your information and can be used as a booking number. PNR has all the details of passengers itinerary whether they are traveling alone or in a group.
What is an airline ticket?
An airline ticket is an electronic document issued by airlines or via any travel agencies which confirms that an individual is entitled to a seat at the booked flight.
What is included in a flight ticket?
A flight ticket includes all the details and the services that a passenger has booked for
- Name of the passenger
- Name of the airline
- Origin and destination
- Baggage allowance
- Fligt number
- Ticket number
- Extra services ( if purchased or included)
- Valid date
- Other details
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