h2 Bangladesh Air Force Training Aircraft Crash Claims 16 Lives*
h3 Incident Overview*
Fixed‑wing training jet from the Bangladesh Air Force fell short of its destination.
location: Milestone School & College campus, Dhaka.
time: 1:06 pm (0706 GMT).
aircraft: Chinese‑made F‑7 BJI.
h3 Casualty Summary*
deceased: 16 people, most of them students.
injured: > 100 individuals.
hospital treatment: at least 83 patients receiving care across several hospitals.
h3 Response & Statements*
fire & rescue teams promptly moved injured students on stretchers.
interim leader Muhammad Yunus posted on X expressing:
deep grief and sorrow over the tragedy.
that the loss suffered by the Air Force, students, parents, teachers, staff of Milestone School & College, and others affected is irreparable.
that the nation is experiencing a moment of profound pain.
h3 What Happens Next*
investigation underway to determine the cause of the crash.
support provided to families, students, and university staff.
military training protocols under review to prevent future incidents.
h4 Key Takeaway*
The crash of an F‑7 training jet into a Dhaka school campus has resulted in 16 deaths and > 100 injuries, leaving Bangladesh’s nation in a state of deep sorrow and demanding urgent investigation and care.
