Runway excursion during training flight

No fatalities • Andersen AFB, Guam Island • Landing (descent or approach)

A training aircraft veered off the runway and sustained heavy damage during a touch-and-go maneuver, though all occupants escaped without injury.

What happened

During a local training session, the crew was performing a series of touch-and-go maneuvers. Upon completing the touchdown portion of the maneuver, the pilot-in-command applied additional engine power to initiate the takeoff roll. During this acceleration phase, the aircraft became uncontrollable and drifted off the runway surface.

The incident resulted in the aircraft coming to a stop after exiting the paved area. While the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss, there were no injuries reported among the four crew members on board. All occupants successfully evacuated the wreckage without harm.

Findings

No specific reasons have been identified for why the aircraft departed the runway during the power application phase.

Probable cause

The exact reason for the loss of control during the takeoff roll is currently undetermined.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1967-05-08 Fairchild C-123 Provider accident near Andersen AFB, Guam Island?

A training aircraft veered off the runway and sustained heavy damage during a touch-and-go maneuver, though all occupants escaped without injury.

Were there any fatalities in the 1967-05-08 Fairchild C-123 Provider accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1967-05-08 involved a Fairchild C-123 Provider, registration 55-4541, operated by United States Coast Guard - USCG, at Andersen AFB, Guam Island.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The exact reason for the loss of control during the takeoff roll is currently undetermined.

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