Quick Info
| Profession | Air Force Pilot |
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| Nationality | Bangladeshi |
| Date of Birth | 09/11/1997 |
| Age | 27 years (died on 21, Jul, 2025) |
| Birthplace | Kansat, Chapainawabganj, Bangladesh |
| Date of Death | 21/07/2025 |
Latest News about Towkir Islam Sagar
21/07/2025
Flight Lieutenant Towkir Islam Sagar of the 35th Squadron, Bangladesh Air Force, died in a training jet crash when his F-7 BGI aircraft crashed into Milestone School and College in Uttara, Dhaka, shortly after takeoff. The crash killed at least 19 people including students and injured numerous civilians. Towkir was found alive but succumbed to his injuries while undergoing treatment at the Combined Military Hospital; he had been absent from flying activities for more than two years before the crash.
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 10" (178 cm) |
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| Weight | 65 Kg (143 lbs) |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
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| College/University | Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP) |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Aeronautics |
Personal Life
| Religion | Islam |
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| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | 2024 |
Family
| Father | Tohurul Islam |
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| Mother | Saleha Khatun |
| Siblings | Sister - Brishti Khatun |
| Spouse | Lecturer at BRAC University |
Career
| Overview | Towkir joined the Bangladesh Air Force after completing his HSC in 2016. He completed his first 100 hours of flight training during his cadet years in PT-6 aircraft. He later served with the 15th Squadron, logging approximately 60 hours of flight time, before joining the 35th Squadron as part of the 76 BAFA course. He had recently returned from a UN peacekeeping mission and had been absent from flying activities for more than two years before his final flight. |
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| Squadron Service | 15th Squadron (approximately 60 flight hours), 35th Squadron |
| Training Aircraft | PT-6 (100 hours), F-7 BGI (approximately 60 hours) |
Social Media
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Towkir completed his early education at Rajshahi Government Laboratory School before moving to Pabna Cadet College. | |
| 2. He began his pilot training shortly after joining the Bangladesh Air Force. | |
| 3. He gained significant flying experience, including 60 hours with Squadron 15 and served in Squadron 35 during his training. | |
| 4. Towkir was conscious of public safety during his final flight, directing his aircraft away from populated areas. | |
| 5. He was found alive post-crash but succumbed to injuries despite medical attempts to save him. | |
| 6. Towkir was originally from Kansat in Chapainawabganj and his family had been living in rented accommodation in Rajshahi's Upashahar area for nearly 25 years. | |
| 7. He completed his early education at Rajshahi New Government Laboratory School before enrolling in grade seven at Pabna Cadet College as part of its 34th batch. | |
| 8. He completed his first 100 hours of flight training during his cadet years in PT-6 aircraft. | |
| 9. Towkir completed his early education at Rajshahi New Government Laboratory School before enrolling in grade seven at Pabna Cadet College as part of its 34th batch. | |
| 10. Towkir was conscious of public safety during his final flight, attempting to steer the aircraft away from densely populated areas. | |
| 11. Towkir's family had been living in rented accommodation in Rajshahi's Upashahar area for nearly 25 years. | |
| 12. He had recently returned from a UN peacekeeping mission before the crash. | |
| 13. His wife was a lecturer at BRAC University. |