52 fatalities

2021-07-04: Lockheed C-130 Hercules (5125) — Philippine Air Force - Hukbong Himpapawid NG Pilipinas — Jolo Island, Philippines

Jolo Island, PhilippinesLanding (descent or approach)

On July 4, 2021, a Lockheed C-130 Hercules (registration 5125) operated by Philippine Air Force - Hukbong Himpapawid NG Pilipinas was involved in an aviation accident near Jolo Island, Philippines during landing or approach. 52 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.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781190020Data APIEditorial standards

A four-engine aircraft carrying troops overran the runway at Jolo Airport, collided with houses, and caught fire, killing 49 occupants and three people on the ground.

Incident Overview

A four-engine aircraft departed from Cagayan de Oro Airport on a mission to transfer troops to Jolo. The aircraft carried 88 passengers and a crew of 8, including three pilots. Upon landing on runway 09 at Jolo Airport, the aircraft was unable to stop within the remaining distance. It overran the runway, collided with several houses, and came to rest in a wooded area, bursting into flames.

Casualties

The accident resulted in at least 49 fatalities among the occupants and three people on the ground. All other individuals aboard the aircraft sustained injuries. The exact number of injured persons was not specified in the source.

Aftermath

The aircraft was destroyed by impact and fire. The scene of the accident involved multiple damaged structures in the residential area near the airport. Emergency response efforts were initiated, though the source does not provide further details on rescue operations or subsequent investigations.