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Manila International Airport Emergency Landing in Rice Paddy (RP-C570)

Manila-Ninoy Aquino, PhilippinesTakeoff (climb)

On November 15, 1974, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (registration RP-C570) operated by OASIS - Orient Air System & Integrated Services was involved in an aviation accident near Manila-Ninoy Aquino, Philippines during takeoff. One person was killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Engine failure. 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.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A right engine failure shortly after takeoff from runway 13 at Manila International Airport led to an emergency landing in a rice paddy field, killing one passenger and injuring seven others.

Incident Overview and Immediate Aftermath The aircraft departed runway 13 at Manila International Airport and began its initial climb. During this phase, the right engine failed. The flight crew received clearance to return to the airport for an emergency landing. The captain initiated a 180-degree turn to reposition the aircraft, but the airplane subsequently lost altitude. ## Emergency Landing and Casualties With the aircraft unable to maintain height, the crew decided to attempt an emergency landing in a nearby rice paddy field. The airplane crash-landed in the field. The incident resulted in one passenger fatality and injuries to seven other occupants.

Probable cause

Engine failure
Engine failure

Related events

Same operator

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 15 Nov 1974 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Manila-Ninoy Aquino, Philippines?

A right engine failure shortly after takeoff from runway 13 at Manila International Airport led to an emergency landing in a rice paddy field, killing one passenger and injuring seven others.

Were there any fatalities in the 15 Nov 1974 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 15 Nov 1974 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration RP-C570, operated by OASIS - Orient Air System & Integrated Services, at Manila-Ninoy Aquino, Philippines.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Engine failure

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