At least 11 killed after military plane carrying banknotes crashes in Bolivia

BBC News - WorldEN 2 min read 100% complete February 28, 2026 at 03:21 AM

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A Bolivian air force cargo plane crashed in El Alto, Bolivia, on Friday, killing at least 11 people. The C-130 Hercules aircraft, arriving from Santa Cruz, reportedly skidded off the runway at El Alto International Airport and struck vehicles on a nearby motorway. The plane was transporting banknotes to the Central Bank of Bolivia. Authorities have closed the airport temporarily and launched an investigation into the crash. The defense ministry warned the public against collecting the banknotes, stating they are no longer valid and doing so is a crime.

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