At least 20 individuals lost their lives and 171 were injured in a devastating crash involving a Bangladesh Air Force training jet that collided with a school in Dhaka yesterday. The military attributed the incident to a mechanical failure. The tragedy struck Milestone School and College, situated near Dhaka's international airport and a military air base, which serves students from elementary through high school.
Bangladesh Military Jet Crash: Tragedy Strikes School in Dhaka
Bangladesh Military Jet Crash: Tragedy Strikes School in Dhaka
A catastrophic incident unfolds in Dhaka as a military aircraft crashes into a school, raising concerns over safety and operational protocols.
Witnesses reported that the majority of the injured were children, with 25 casualties classified as critical. The crash unfolded shortly after takeoff when the aircraft crashed into the upper floors of the school building, specifically impacting classrooms of third and fourth graders. Initial accounts reveal that the pilot, who unfortunately did not survive, attempted to steer the aircraft away from populated areas before the crash.
Eyewitness Emon Islam, a high school student nearby, recounted the horrifying scene stating, "I saw the windows of the aircraft shattered, and it was burning up in flames, with black smoke rising into the sky." The incident has sparked an outpour of grief and concern across the nation, highlighting the urgent need for improved safety measures in military aviation operations.
As the country mourns this tragic loss, questions are being raised about the protocols in place to prevent such disasters in the future, especially when training flights are conducted near densely populated areas. Authorities are expected to undertake comprehensive investigations into the incident to ensure accountability and future safety.
Eyewitness Emon Islam, a high school student nearby, recounted the horrifying scene stating, "I saw the windows of the aircraft shattered, and it was burning up in flames, with black smoke rising into the sky." The incident has sparked an outpour of grief and concern across the nation, highlighting the urgent need for improved safety measures in military aviation operations.
As the country mourns this tragic loss, questions are being raised about the protocols in place to prevent such disasters in the future, especially when training flights are conducted near densely populated areas. Authorities are expected to undertake comprehensive investigations into the incident to ensure accountability and future safety.
