On April 26, 1987, a Curtiss C-46 Commando (registration RP-C189) operated by OASIS - Orient Air System & Integrated Services was involved in an aviation accident near Roxas City, Philippines in flight. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft experienced engine malfunctions for unknown reasons, leading to a loss of control. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An aircraft crashed into the Sibuyan Sea shortly after departing from Roxas City Airport due to mechanical issues.
What happened
Shortly after departing from Roxas City Airport, the flight encountered significant mechanical difficulties involving the engines. During this period of instability, the crew lost command of the aircraft type (unspecified model), which subsequently went down in the Sibuyan Sea. The crash site was located approximately 22 km away from the northern coastline of Panay Island.
There were two fatalities resulting from the accident, as both pilots on board perished in the impact.
Findings
Official investigations into the incident concluded that the primary factor leading to the loss of control was engine problems occurring for undetermined reasons during the initial climb phase.
Probable cause
The aircraft experienced engine malfunctions for unknown reasons, leading to a loss of control.