A Bangladeshi air force training jet tragically crashed into the Milestone School and College in Dhaka, resulting in at least 27 fatalities and over 170 injuries. The F-7 jet, which suffered a mechanical fault shortly after takeoff, caused chaos as students were leaving the building after an exam. Eyewitnesses, including Year 10 student Farhan Hasan, recounted harrowing moments as they witnessed the impact and its immediate aftermath, including the distressing loss of friends and family members.
Tragedy Strikes as Bangladeshi Air Force Jet Crashes into School, Leaving 27 Dead
Tragedy Strikes as Bangladeshi Air Force Jet Crashes into School, Leaving 27 Dead
A devastating incident involving a training jet leaves a community mourning the loss of lives, especially among schoolchildren.
The incident occurred just after 1 PM local time, when the training jet crashed into the densely populated area, igniting fires and sending plumes of smoke into the sky. Witnesses described hearing an explosion, followed by scenes of chaos as emergency responders rushed to the site with ambulances and volunteers. Among the deceased was the jet's pilot, Flight Lieutenant Md. Taukir Islam.
The aftermath saw a surge of public response as families and volunteers gathered, seeking help for those affected. Several hospitals across Dhaka treated the injured, with many victims being minors aged between nine and fourteen. The health ministry reported ongoing efforts to provide care, and community members actively donated blood.
In a show of national grief, Tuesday has been declared a day of mourning, with flags at half-mast and officials promising a thorough investigation into the tragic incident. Muhammad Yunus, leader of the interim government, expressed deep sorrow and emphasized the importance of supporting those impacted by this disaster.
As the community commences the difficult road of recovery, thoughts remain with the families who lost loved ones in a moment of incomprehensible tragedy.
The formation of a dedicated investigation committee highlights the urgency of addressing aviation safety, especially amid a nation grappling with its profound loss.
The aftermath saw a surge of public response as families and volunteers gathered, seeking help for those affected. Several hospitals across Dhaka treated the injured, with many victims being minors aged between nine and fourteen. The health ministry reported ongoing efforts to provide care, and community members actively donated blood.
In a show of national grief, Tuesday has been declared a day of mourning, with flags at half-mast and officials promising a thorough investigation into the tragic incident. Muhammad Yunus, leader of the interim government, expressed deep sorrow and emphasized the importance of supporting those impacted by this disaster.
As the community commences the difficult road of recovery, thoughts remain with the families who lost loved ones in a moment of incomprehensible tragedy.
The formation of a dedicated investigation committee highlights the urgency of addressing aviation safety, especially amid a nation grappling with its profound loss.
