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A small plane slammed into the tallest skyscraper in China’s capital. Hours later, it was like nothing had happened.
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 27, 2026
· 5 min read
By Sylvie Zhuang, CNN
(CNN) — On Friday afternoon a small plane appeared to evade some of the world’s strictest aviation controls and slam into the tallest skyscraper in Beijing, the 109-story CITIC Tower that dominates the city’s skyline, killing the pilot and injuring 13 other people.
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Key takeaway The crash sent shards of glass and aircraft debris plummeting hundreds of feet down to the streets below as office workers left for the weekend, causing panic in the heart of China’s most protected city.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The recent plane crash into a skyscraper in Beijing raises questions about the security of densely populated areas, a concern that resonates in El Paso , where tall buildings and public spaces are also a part of the city's landscape. The fact that a small plane was able to evade strict aviation controls in China's capital has implications for cities everywhere, including El Paso, where the safety of residents and visitors is a top priority. As El Paso continues to grow and develop, the city's government and law enforcement agencies must consider the potential risks and take steps to ensure that similar incidents do not occur here. This includes reviewing and updating security protocols, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or sensitive infrastructure, to prevent and respond to potential threats.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? By Sylvie Zhuang, CNN
(CNN) — On Friday afternoon a small plane appeared to evade some of the world’s strictest aviation controls and slam into the tallest skyscraper in Beijing, the 109-story CITIC Tower that dominates the city’s skyline, killing the pilot and injuring 13 other people.
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