El Alto International Airport

El Alto International Airport, located in the city of El Alto, Bolivia, is currently newsworthy due to a recent tragic accident. On February 28, 2026, a Bolivian Air Force Hercules transport plane crashed near the airport while attempting to land. The plane, carrying a cargo of newly printed banknotes, veered off the runway and crashed onto a busy highway. Initial reports indicate that at least 11 people have been killed, with some reports citing as many as 20 fatalities, and over 30 injured. An investigation into the cause of the crash is currently underway. The incident has drawn significant attention due to the high number of casualties and the unusual cargo of the aircraft, leading to widespread media coverage and public concern.