No fatalities

Aircraft accident at Davao City-Mati Airport (PI-C873)

Davao City, PhilippinesLanding (descent or approach)

On May 9, 1968, a Fairchild F27 (registration PI-C873) operated by Air Manila International was involved in an aviation accident near Davao City, Philippines during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The cause of the accident is currently undetermined. 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.

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An aircraft sustained significant damage after crashing during its landing phase at Davao City-Mati Airport; no injuries were reported.

What happened

On the date of the incident, an aircraft was performing a landing approach at the Davao City-Mati Airport. During the final phase of the flight, the aircraft struck the ground, resulting in a crash. The impact caused the airframe to be written off due to the extent of the structural damage sustained.

Despite the severity of the impact, there were no casualties recorded among those on board. No information regarding the specific identity or the operator of the aircraft was provided in the initial report.

Findings

The precise reason for the crash remains unknown at this time. Investigators have not yet released a definitive conclusion regarding what triggered the loss of control or the impact during the landing sequence.

Probable cause

The cause of the accident is currently undetermined.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 9 May 1968 Fairchild F27 accident near Davao City, Philippines?

An aircraft sustained significant damage after crashing during its landing phase at Davao City-Mati Airport; no injuries were reported.

Were there any fatalities in the 9 May 1968 Fairchild F27 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 9 May 1968 involved a Fairchild F27, registration PI-C873, operated by Air Manila International, at Davao City, Philippines.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The cause of the accident is currently undetermined.