Aircraft overrun at Iligan Airport

No fatalities • Iligan, Philippines • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft failed to stop after landing at Iligan Airport, resulting in an excursion into a nearby river.

What happened

Following the completion of its landing at Iligan Airport, the aircraft experienced significant issues attempting to decelerate within the available runway length. The inability to bring the plane to a halt caused it to exit the paved surface and continue moving past the end of the runway.

The aircraft eventually came to a stop after entering a river located near the airfield. While the impact with the water and the excursion from the runway were significant, there were no fatalities or injuries reported among those on board. However, the incident resulted in the total loss of the aircraft, as it was declared a write-off.

Findings

  • The primary factor in the accident was the inability to stop within the remaining runway distance after touchdown.

Probable cause

The aircraft failed to decelerate sufficiently during the landing roll, leading to a runway overrun.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1967-05-23 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Iligan, Philippines?

An aircraft failed to stop after landing at Iligan Airport, resulting in an excursion into a nearby river.

Were there any fatalities in the 1967-05-23 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1967-05-23 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration PI-C854, operated by Air Manila International, at Iligan, Philippines.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft failed to decelerate sufficiently during the landing roll, leading to a runway overrun.

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