Chinese Jets Causing Regular Crashes: Ex-Bangladesh Air Force Officer
The recent crash of a Bangladesh Air Force training jet into a school in Dhaka has left at least 27 people dead, sparking concerns about the safety of the country’s aircraft fleet. The incident has also raised questions about the use of Chinese-made jets by the Bangladesh Air Force, with a former officer claiming that these aircraft are responsible for many of the country’s frequent air crashes.
The pilot and co-pilot of the F-7PG jet were among the dead, along with 25 students and teachers who were in the school at the time of the crash. The aircraft was on a routine training mission when it lost control and plummeted into the school building.
According to the former Bangladeshi air force officer, who spoke to the Dhaka Tribune, the Chinese jets are one of the main reasons behind the country’s frequent air crashes. The officer, who wished to remain anonymous, claimed that the aircraft are prone to mechanical failures and are not well-maintained by the Air Force.
“Chinese jets are notorious for their poor quality and lack of maintenance. They are not designed to withstand the harsh weather conditions in Bangladesh, and they are often plagued by mechanical problems,” the officer said.
The officer also claimed that the Air Force’s lack of resources and expertise is another major factor in the frequent crashes. “We don’t have the necessary resources or expertise to properly maintain these aircraft. We are forced to use them due to constraints, but it’s a recipe for disaster,” the officer said.
The Bangladesh Air Force has faced criticism in the past for its use of Chinese-made jets. In 2018, a report by the International Coalition to Ban Uranium Weapons (ICBUW) accused the Air Force of using Chinese-made aircraft that contained uranium, a toxic and radioactive material.
The report claimed that the aircraft had been imported from China without proper safety measures being taken, and that the Air Force had failed to ensure that they were properly maintained. The report also accused the Air Force of using the aircraft for training exercises, despite knowing that they were not safe.
The Bangladesh Air Force has denied the allegations, but the incident has raised concerns about the safety of the country’s aircraft fleet.
The crash of the F-7PG jet is the latest in a series of air crashes that have plagued the Bangladesh Air Force in recent years. In 2019, a C-130 transport plane crashed while attempting to land at Dhaka’s Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, killing all 52 people on board.
The incident has also raised questions about the Air Force’s safety record. In 2020, a report by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) ranked Bangladesh as one of the countries with the highest rate of air crashes in the world.
The report attributed the high rate of crashes to a combination of factors, including poor maintenance, inadequate training, and a lack of resources. The report also criticized the Air Force for its lack of transparency and accountability in investigating air crashes.
The incident has also sparked concerns about the safety of schools in Bangladesh. The school where the crash occurred is a government-run institution that is located near the Air Force base. The school is one of the largest in the country, with over 2,000 students and 100 teachers.
The incident has also raised concerns about the impact of air crashes on the community. The crash has left a trail of destruction in its wake, with several buildings damaged and many people injured. The incident has also raised concerns about the mental health of the students and teachers who were affected by the crash.
In conclusion, the recent crash of the Bangladesh Air Force training jet into a school in Dhaka has left at least 27 people dead and has raised concerns about the safety of the country’s aircraft fleet. The incident has also raised questions about the use of Chinese-made jets by the Air Force, with a former officer claiming that these aircraft are responsible for many of the country’s frequent air crashes.
The incident has also raised concerns about the safety of schools in Bangladesh and the impact of air crashes on the community. The incident has also raised questions about the Air Force’s safety record and its lack of transparency and accountability in investigating air crashes.
