On June 22, 1967, a Lockheed C-130 Hercules (registration 63-7801) operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947) was involved in an aviation accident near Pope AFB (Fayetteville), United States of America during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft lost directional control after touchdown, leading to a runway excursion and structural failure. 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.
A C-130 Hercules veered off the runway following touchdown at Pope Air Force Base, resulting in structural damage but no injuries.
What happened
During an arrival at Pope Air Force Base, a C-130 Hercules experienced a loss of directional control immediately after making contact with the runway. The aircraft drifted from the paved surface and exited the runway area.
The force of the excursion caused significant structural damage to the airframe, specifically resulting in the separation of one wing from the fuselage. Despite the severity of the impact, all five crew members on board were able to exit the wreckage without sustaining any injuries.
Findings
The aircraft departed the runway during the landing phase.
The incident led to the loss of a wing due to the intensity of the excursion.
Probable cause
The aircraft lost directional control after touchdown, leading to a runway excursion and structural failure.
What happened in the 22 Jun 1967 Lockheed C-130 Hercules accident near Pope AFB (Fayetteville), United States of America?
A C-130 Hercules veered off the runway following touchdown at Pope Air Force Base, resulting in structural damage but no injuries.
Were there any fatalities in the 22 Jun 1967 Lockheed C-130 Hercules accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 22 Jun 1967 involved a Lockheed C-130 Hercules, registration 63-7801, operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947), at Pope AFB (Fayetteville), United States of America.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The aircraft lost directional control after touchdown, leading to a runway excursion and structural failure.
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