Incident Overview
A cargo aircraft operating a flight from Cebu City to Angeles City on behalf of UPS was en route with six crew members and a load of various goods. During the flight, a short circuit occurred in the electrical system, followed by one or more engine failures. The crew decided to divert to the nearest airport, but this was not possible. The captain then attempted an emergency landing in a paddy field.
Accident Sequence
After the electrical short circuit and subsequent engine failure, the aircraft diverged from its planned route. The crew's attempt to reach the nearest airport proved unsuccessful, leading to the emergency landing. The aircraft came to rest on an embankment and was destroyed by a post-impact fire.
Crew Injuries
Three crew members were killed, and three others were seriously injured in the accident.
Official Findings
The probable cause of the accident was determined to be an in-flight short circuit on the electrical system for unknow reasons.