In a tragic incident on July 21, 2025, a Bangladesh Air Force F-7 BGI training jet crashed into the Milestone School & College campus in Uttara, Dhaka, killing one person and injuring at least four others, according to the Inter Services Public Relations Directorate (ISPR)2.
Crash Details
The Chinese-made F-7 BGI aircraft took off at 1:06 PM local time and crashed around 1:30 PM, striking the front side of the three-storey school building. Students and staff were present at the time, triggering panic and chaos. The building caught fire, prompting a swift response from eight fire service units and Bangladesh Army personnel.
Rescue Operations
Rescue teams evacuated injured individuals, some of whom were students, and transported them to hospitals including Combined Military Hospital (CMH), Dhaka Medical College Hospital, and Kurmitola General Hospital. The condition of the pilot remains unclear, and investigations are underway to determine the cause of the crash4.
Aircraft Background
The F-7 BGI is a Chinese-origin supersonic jet used for training purposes. Bangladesh has operated this model for years, but this incident raises fresh concerns about its safety and operational protocols.
Official Response
The ISPR confirmed the aircraft belonged to the Air Force and acknowledged the casualties. Fire official Lima Khanam stated that one person died and four others were injured, though further details are awaited2.
This is a developing story, and updates will follow as authorities complete their investigation.