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19 Dead Following Bangladesh Air Force Jet Crash

Aircraft’s pilot was among those killed after it crashed into a university in the country’s capital.

A Chengdu J-7 fighter jet, also known as the F-7, crashed at Milestone School and College campus in northern Dhaka. [Wikimedia Commons/Shaifuzzaman Ayon]
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Key Takeaways:

  • A Bangladesh Air Force Chinese-made Chengdu J-7 fighter jet crashed into Milestone School and College campus in Dhaka.
  • The incident resulted in at least 19 fatalities and over 100 injuries, with most of the injured being students.
  • Bangladesh's chief adviser expressed profound grief, stating the loss was irreparable, and announced an investigation into the cause of the accident, promising assistance to those affected.
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A jet piloted by the Bangladesh Air Force crashed into a university in the country’s capital of Dhaka on Monday.

The Chinese-made Chengdu J-7 fighter jet, also known as the F-7, crashed at Milestone School and College campus in northern Dhaka. At least 19 people have died and over 100 more injured, according to a CNN report.

Caleb Revill

Caleb Revill is a journalist, writer and lifelong learner working as a Junior Writer for Firecrown. When he isn't tackling breaking news, Caleb is on the lookout for fascinating feature stories.

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