3 fatalities

2016-07-11: Lockheed C-130 Hercules (16804) — Portuguese Air Force - Força Aerea Portuguesa (1952-) — Montijo AFB, Portugal

Montijo AFB, PortugalTakeoff (climb)

On July 11, 2016, a Lockheed C-130 Hercules (registration 16804) operated by Portuguese Air Force - Força Aerea Portuguesa (1952-) was involved in an aviation accident near Montijo AFB, Portugal during takeoff. 3 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.

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During a local training exercise at Montijo AFB, a four-engine aircraft veered off the runway, crashed, and caught fire. Four crew members were injured and three were killed.

Incident Overview

On the day of the accident, a four-engine aircraft was performing local training exercises at Montijo Air Force Base. The mission involved touch-and-go maneuvers on runway 26.

Accident Sequence

During the takeoff roll, the aircraft deviated from the centerline, first veering to the left. Subsequently, the crew lost control, and the aircraft veered off the runway to the right. It continued for approximately 1,460 meters beyond the runway threshold before crashing. The impact was followed by a fire that engulfed the aircraft.

Aftermath

Seven crew members were on board. Four sustained injuries, while three others lost their lives. The aircraft was destroyed by the post-crash fire. Authorities initiated an investigation into the circumstances of the accident. No further details about the cause were provided in the initial report.