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A Bangladesh Air Force training jet crashes into a Dhaka school, killing at least 19

A Bangladesh Air Force training jet crashes into a Dhaka school, killing at least 19

Summary

A Bangladesh Air Force training jet crashed into a school in Dhaka, killing at least 19 people and injuring over 100. The aircraft had a technical problem shortly after takeoff and caught fire on impact.

Key Facts

  • A Bangladesh Air Force training jet crashed into Milestone School and College in Dhaka.
  • The crash killed at least 19 people, including the pilot, with most victims being students.
  • Over 100 people were injured, with many suffering from burns.
  • The jet took off from the Air Force Base in Kurmitola and had technical issues soon after.
  • A national day of mourning was declared, with flags at half-staff.
  • Authorities will investigate the cause of the crash.
  • More than 60 injured students were taken to a specialized burn hospital.
  • Local residents and rescuers rushed to help, using available vehicles to transport the injured.

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