Beijing to tighten airspace approvals after plane crash

By The BriefBrief

Industry experts say Beijing will tighten approvals for airspace access and general aviation after a small plane hit CITIC Tower.

WHO: Industry experts

WHAT: Cities in China are expected to tighten approvals for airspace access, general aviation and large drone operations after a small plane flew into Beijing's tallest building.

WHEN: Jun 30, 2026 at 1:00 AM ET

WHERE: Beijing, China

WHY: To tighten approvals for airspace access.

How this story developed (showing 3 of 3 earlier reports)

Beijing grounds flight schools after light plane crash · Jun 30, 2026 at 3:07 AM ET
China restricts light aircraft after Beijing tower crash · Jun 29, 2026 at 3:07 PM ET
China grounds light aircraft after Beijing tower crash · Jun 29, 2026 at 9:07 AM ET

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