C-130 aircraft excursion during landing in Pakistan

No fatalities • Pakistan, Pakistan • Landing (descent or approach)

A Lockheed C-130 aircraft veered off the runway during its landing phase at a Pakistani airport, resulting in heavy damage to the airframe.

What happened

During an approach and landing sequence at an airport located in Pakistan, a C-130 lost stability and went out of control. As the aircraft was completing its landing, it veered away from the active runway and exited the paved surface.

The aircraft eventually came to a complete stop after the excursion. While the incident resulted in the airframe being damaged beyond repair, there were no casualties reported among the occupants during the event.

Findings

No specific technical reasons for the loss of control were detailed in the initial report, though the aircraft was rendered a total loss due to the extent of the structural damage sustained during the runway excursion.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1965-08-18 Lockheed C-130 Hercules accident near Pakistan, Pakistan?

A Lockheed C-130 aircraft veered off the runway during its landing phase at a Pakistani airport, resulting in heavy damage to the airframe.

Were there any fatalities in the 1965-08-18 Lockheed C-130 Hercules accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1965-08-18 involved a Lockheed C-130 Hercules, registration 12648, operated by Pakistan Air Force - Pakistan Fiza'ya, at Pakistan, Pakistan.

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