Fatal Crash of Three-Engine Aircraft During Local Training Mission (B-274)

Incident Overview and Casualties A three-engine aircraft departed Beijing-Xijiao Airport for a local training mission. Shortly after takeoff, while in initial climb, the aircraft lost height and crashed into a factory located near the airport in a large explosion. All 12 occupants were killed, and at least 180 people in the factory also died. ## Official Findings The official investigation reported that the pilot-in-command had limited experience and was not familiar with the type of aircraft involved. No specific aircraft type, registration, operator, or date was provided in the source material.