A single-engine Sunward SA-60L Aurora aircraft, registration B-12PP, was reportedly involved in an unusual aviation incident in Beijing on June 26, 2026, after the aircraft allegedly struck the CITIC Tower.
According to early reports, the aircraft was being operated by a single pilot when it made contact with the building around the mid-level section, reportedly near the 65th floor area. The exact circumstances leading to the incident are not yet known.
Emergency teams and authorities responded as details began emerging, while officials are expected to examine the aircraft’s flight path, altitude, communication records, and possible technical factors as part of the investigation.
The Sunward SA-60L Aurora is a light single-engine aircraft commonly used for general aviation operations. Investigators will now work to determine how the aircraft came into contact with one of Beijing’s major high-rise landmarks.
Further information regarding possible injuries, aircraft damage, and the official cause of the incident is awaited as the investigation continues.