Bangladesh Air Force Jet Crash in Dhaka Kills 27, Including 25 Children

21 July, 2025

A Bangladesh Air Force F-7 BGI training jet crashed into a school and college campus in Dhaka, killing at least 27 people, including 25 children, and injuring over 170. The Chinese-made aircraft reportedly experienced a mechanical failure shortly after takeoff. The pilot, who also died, was hailed for attempting to steer the plane away from populated areas. The government has declared a national day of mourning and formed a high-level committee to investigate the tragic incident.

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