Aircraft Crashes Into One of China's Tallest Buildings: What to Know
Summary
A small plane crashed into the upper floors of the CITIC Tower, Beijing’s tallest building, on Friday evening. The crash caused debris to fall and led to evacuations, but authorities have not yet shared details about casualties or the crash cause.Key Facts
- The crash happened at the 109-story CITIC Tower, also known as China Zun, in central Beijing.
- The aircraft was a Sunward SA60L Aurora, a two-seat, single-engine light sport plane.
- Flying small aircraft in Beijing requires prior approval from aviation and military authorities.
- Authorities recently tightened rules on low-altitude airspace, banning casual recreational flights and most drone use.
- The plane’s registration number was B-12PP, and it may have been used for flight training or sightseeing.
- Emergency services responded quickly, and nearby streets were closed while people were evacuated.
- No official information has been released about casualties, the flight’s authorization, or crash cause.
- Social media posts about the crash were quickly removed in China, limiting public details.
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