Small Aircraft Crashes Into Beijing's Tallest Building, Eyewitnesses Say

Witnesses told Reuters that an aircraft “about the size of a car” crashed into Beijing’s tallest building on Friday, June 26, 2026, as police closed roads around CITIC Tower, also known as China Zun. The 108-storey skyscraper is in Beijing’s central business district and serves as headquarters of CITIC Group. Reuters reported heavy police presence at the scene, with some approach roads closed and two glass panels damaged on a high floor. Officials had not provided immediate information, and a request for comment sent to city government outside business hours received no immediate response. Multiple witnesses described a loud impact and said a blue tarp covered a large object on a road by the building. Social media posts about the incident were quickly removed, and police reportedly prevented filming and asked people to delete footage. One report cited uncertainty over whether the crash was deliberate or accidental, with Reuters noting airspace restrictions over downtown Beijing.