Aircraft overrun at Manila Airport

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

An aircraft experienced an overrun following touchdown at Manila Airport, resulting in significant damage but no injuries to those on board.

What happened

During the landing phase at Manila Airport, the flight crew encountered issues attempting to decelerate the aircraft within the available runway length. Following the initial touchdown, the plane failed to stop before the end of the paved surface and overran the runway.

As the vessel exited the runway, the undercarriage was lost. The movement continued until the aircraft reached a final position approximately 75 meters beyond the runway threshold.

Impact and casualties

There were 31 occupants on board during the incident. All individuals managed to evacuate the aircraft safely, and there were zero injuries reported among the passengers or crew. While no lives were lost, the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.

Probable cause

The crew was unable to stop the aircraft within the remaining runway distance after touchdown.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1969-04-23 Douglas DC-3 accident near Manila, Philippines?

An aircraft experienced an overrun following touchdown at Manila Airport, resulting in significant damage but no injuries to those on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 1969-04-23 Douglas DC-3 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1969-04-23 involved a Douglas DC-3, registration PI-C947, operated by Filipinas Orient Airways (Fairways), at Manila, Philippines.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The crew was unable to stop the aircraft within the remaining runway distance after touchdown.

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