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Baguio-Loakan Airport Landing Gear Collapse (RP-C874)

Baguio-Loakan, PhilippinesLanding (descent or approach)

On March 29, 1975, a Fairchild F27 (registration RP-C874) operated by Air Manila International was involved in an aviation accident near Baguio-Loakan, Philippines during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Failure of the lower lug of the oleo strut due to corrosion. 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)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

During a positioning flight, an aircraft's right main gear collapsed on touchdown at Baguio-Loakan Airport. The plane slid briefly and was damaged beyond repair, while all five crew members were uninjured.

Incident Overview and Outcome An aircraft experienced a right main gear collapse upon landing at Baguio-Loakan Airport. The aircraft slid on the runway for a few meters before coming to a stop. The incident occurred during a positioning flight. All five crew members on board were uninjured, but the aircraft sustained damage beyond repair. ## Official Probable Cause The official investigation determined that the probable cause of the accident was the failure of the lower lug of the oleo strut due to corrosion. This structural failure led to the collapse of the right main gear during the landing phase.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 29 Mar 1975 Fairchild F27 accident near Baguio-Loakan, Philippines?

During a positioning flight, an aircraft's right main gear collapsed on touchdown at Baguio-Loakan Airport. The plane slid briefly and was damaged beyond repair, while all five crew members were uninjured.

Were there any fatalities in the 29 Mar 1975 Fairchild F27 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 29 Mar 1975 involved a Fairchild F27, registration RP-C874, operated by Air Manila International, at Baguio-Loakan, Philippines.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Failure of the lower lug of the oleo strut due to corrosion.

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