On July 7, 1972, a Douglas DC-3 (registration XW-PHW) operated by Cambodia Air Commercial was involved in an aviation accident near Kompong Som, Cambodia during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. 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 overran runway 21 at Kompong Som Airport after touchdown, coming to rest in a drainage ditch. Both pilots were unhurt; the aircraft was damaged beyond repair. Hydraulic and brake pressures were below normal ranges.
Incident Overview
After touching down on runway 21 at Kompong Som Airport, the aircraft was unable to stop within the remaining runway distance. It continued past the end of the runway and came to rest in a drainage ditch.
Occupants and Damage
Both pilots were unhurt. The aircraft sustained damage beyond repair.
Reported System Pressures
It was reported that the hydraulic system pressure indicated 700 psi, which is below the normal operating range of 800–1050 psi. Additionally, the braking system pressure showed 600 psi, which is at the lower bound of the normal range of 600–800 psi.
What happened in the 7 Jul 1972 Douglas DC-3 accident near Kompong Som, Cambodia?
An aircraft overran runway 21 at Kompong Som Airport after touchdown, coming to rest in a drainage ditch. Both pilots were unhurt; the aircraft was damaged beyond repair. Hydraulic and brake pressures were below normal ranges.
Were there any fatalities in the 7 Jul 1972 Douglas DC-3 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 7 Jul 1972 involved a Douglas DC-3, registration XW-PHW, operated by Cambodia Air Commercial, at Kompong Som, Cambodia.
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