# Bizarre Travel Rituals Airline Sacrifices Goats By Ben Preiss | Published 2007-09-05 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nepal-airlines-sacrifices-goats-after-technical-problem-with-plane References: [gulf-times](http://www.gulf-times.com/site/topics/article.asp?cu_no=2&item_no=170693&version=1&template_id=44&parent_id=24) & [blogs.usatoday](http://blogs.usatoday.com/ondeadline/2007/09/nepal-airlines-.html) If you're a nervous flyer, then this could be the airline for you. Nepal Airlines wasn't content to just fix the technical problems on one of their Boeing 757 jets, they got old school and sacrificed two goats to appease Akash Bhairab, the Hindu sky god right in front of the plane. That is a whole new level of commitment to service. Any guesses on what the [main in-flight course](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fresh-meal-options) was? Next time [Delta](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delta-airlines-1) delays you for technical reasons, tell them they're going to have to wack at least one goat to get you to move. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Regional](https://www.trendhunter.com/regional) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Airline Rituals:** Exploring unique rituals performed by airlines to enhance customer experience. - **Cultural Appropriation in Travel:** Examining the ethical implications of airlines adopting rituals from different cultures. - **Nervous Flyer Solutions:** Innovative strategies and services to help nervous flyers feel more comfortable during flights. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Airline Industry:** Identifying opportunities for airlines to differentiate themselves and create unique experiences for customers. - **Travel and Tourism Industry:** Leveraging cultural experiences and rituals to attract tourists and enhance their travel experiences. - **Hospitality and Customer Service Industry:** Developing new methods to improve customer satisfaction and create memorable experiences for travelers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Elevated In-Flight Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delta-airlines-1.md) - [Dog-Friendly Airlines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airline-for-dogs.md) - [THC-Infused Inflight Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thc-infused-sodas.md) - [Collaborative Airline Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-new-zealand-3.md) - [Elevated In-Flight Dining Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inflight-dining-experience.md) - [Winery-Owned Airlines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invivo-air.md) - [Airline Policy Revisions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spirit-airlines-bans.md) - [Festive In-Flight Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/festive-inflight-experiences.md) - [Revisited Inflight Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/greatest-hits-menu.md)