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15 Killed As Bolivian Military Plane Carrying Banknotes Crashes On Highway

February 28, 2026

A Bolivian military cargo plane, a C-130 Hercules, crashed near La Paz on Friday while transporting banknotes, resulting in at least 15 fatalities and numerous injuries. The incident occurred as the aircraft was approaching El Alto International Airport, leading to damage on a nearby highway and prompting the temporary closure of the airport.

The plane, a Hercules aircraft belonging to the Bolivian air force. (

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The crash occurred around 18:20 local time near El Alto, Bolivia.
The cargo plane was transporting banknotes to the Central Bank of Bolivia.
At least 15 people have been confirmed dead, with others injured.
The aircraft skidded off the runway and hit vehicles on a nearby highway.
The airport was temporarily closed following the incident.

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15 Killed As Bolivian Military Plane Carrying Banknotes Crashes On Highway

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