An aircraft belonging to the Bolivian Air Force crashed near the El Alto International Airport on February 27. Early reports from Bolivia suggest the plane went down on a busy road in the city of El Alto. Videos shared on social media show debris from the aircraft scattered across the highway, with emergency responders rushing to the scene.
The plane reportedly collided with several vehicles traveling on the road. Images circulating on social media show part of the fuselage and people calling for help amid the chaos.
Video from the site where a Bolivian Air Force plane crashed in El Alto. Reports of multiple victims, but the number onboard remains unclear.https://t.co/uuunbpGFdh
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BREAKING: Bolivian Air Force plane crashes in El Alto, reports of multiple victims. pic.twitter.com/BzFyKzJ10v
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According to local outlet El Deber, the incident involved a military Hercules C-130 aircraft that crashed around 6:00 PM local time on Friday, February 27, 2026. Eyewitnesses said the aircraft appeared to experience difficulties during landing or takeoff near the airport facilities before going down.
Emergency response teams, including firefighters, police and Bolivian Air Force personnel, are currently at the site. Casualties have not yet been officially confirmed, and authorities have not released details about the number of people on board or the exact cause of the crash. Possible factors such as mechanical failure or runway conditions at the high-altitude airport are being speculated.
El Alto International Airport, located at approximately 4,061 meters (13,325 feet) above sea level, is one of the world’s highest commercial and military airfields. An official statement from the Bolivian Air Force or government authorities is expected.
