On April 20, 1974, a Lockheed C-130 Hercules (registration 62-1841) operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947) was involved in an aviation accident near Agana-Antonio Borja Won Pat, Guam Island during landing or approach. 6 people were killed. 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.
During a night training flight, an instructor shut down both engines #3 and #4 on approach. The aircraft lost height, landed hard, veered off runway, struck a parked fighter, and burned. All six crew members were killed.
Flight Details
The crew departed Andersen AFB on a night training flight. The aircraft proceeded to Agana-Antonio Borja Won Pat Airport for an approach.
Accident
While approaching the airport, the instructor shut down both engines number 3 and 4 and continued the approach. As a result, the airplane lost height and landed hard on the runway. On impact, all tires on the right main gear burst. The aircraft went out of control and veered off the runway to the right. It traveled through the apron and collided with a parked fighter aircraft before coming to rest in flames against an embankment.
Aftermath
The aircraft was destroyed in the collision and subsequent fire. All six crew members on board were killed.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 20 Apr 1974 Lockheed C-130 Hercules accident near Agana-Antonio Borja Won Pat, Guam Island?
During a night training flight, an instructor shut down both engines #3 and #4 on approach. The aircraft lost height, landed hard, veered off runway, struck a parked fighter, and burned. All six crew members were killed.
Were there any fatalities in the 20 Apr 1974 Lockheed C-130 Hercules accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 6 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 20 Apr 1974 involved a Lockheed C-130 Hercules, registration 62-1841, operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947), at Agana-Antonio Borja Won Pat, Guam Island.