A small aircraft struck Beijing's tallest building (CITIC Tower) on Friday, damaging the glass exterior and scattering debris across the central business district before being disintegrated on impact. The Sunward SA60L Aurora, operated by Shuangyue General Aviation Beijing, hit the 109-story tower triggering evacuations and small fires near the east entrance. Casualty figures and full damage assessment were still being confirmed as of initial reporting. This is significant because aircraft striking major urban structures is rare and China's response to the incident—including whether it was mechanical failure, pilot error, or another factor—will likely prompt aviation safety reviews.