19 fatalities

Fatal aircraft crash on Mindanao Island

Philippines, PhilippinesFlight

On February 7, 1969, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) operated by Philippine Air Force - Hukbong Himpapawid NG Pilipinas was involved in an aviation accident near Philippines, Philippines in flight. 19 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-12Data APIEditorial standards

A liaison flight ended in a fatal crash on Mindanao Island, resulting in the deaths of all 19 people on board.

What happened

During a scheduled liaison mission, an aircraft crashed in an undetermined location within the dense jungle regions of Mindanao Island. The exact sequence of events leading to the impact remains unclear due to the remote nature of the site.

Following an extensive search, the wreckage was located by recovery teams approximately one week after the disappearance. The accident resulted in 19 fatalities, with no survivors reported among the occupants.

Findings

The specific circumstances surrounding the crash are currently classified as unknown. No official determination has been released regarding the precise mechanical or environmental factors that led to the loss of the aircraft.