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'Wrote about ending his life': Pilot who hit Beijing's tallest building suffered from anxiety
Published 2 July 2026 ยท world
A 66-year-old pilot named Liu faced a harrowing battle with anxiety and suicidal thoughts, culminating in a crash into the CITIC Group headquarters, the tallest
A 66-year-old pilot named Liu faced a harrowing battle with anxiety and suicidal thoughts, culminating in a crash into the CITIC Group headquarters, the tallest building in Beijing. The aircraft, which took off after a routine flight, strayed off its intended path, resulting in injuries to 13 individuals. This alarming incident has ignited serious discussions about aviation security in a city known for its stringent controls.
Published: July 2, 2026 โข 4:12 PM IST ยท Updated: July 2, 2026 โข 4:32 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
A 66-year-old pilot named Liu faced a harrowing battle with anxiety and suicidal thoughts, culminating in a crash into the CITIC Group headquarters, the tallest building in Beijing.
The aircraft, which took off after a routine flight, strayed off its intended path, resulting in injuries to 13 individuals.
This alarming incident has ignited serious discussions about aviation security in a city known for its stringent controls.