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Four-Engine Aircraft Crash on Typhoon Relief Mission to Naga City (4761)

Naga City, PhilippinesLanding (descent or approach)

On December 15, 1993, a Lockheed C-130 Hercules (registration 4761) operated by Philippine Air Force - Hukbong Himpapawid NG Pilipinas was involved in an aviation accident near Naga City, Philippines during landing or approach. 30 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Controlled flight into terrain after the crew continued the approach below minimum safe altitude in below minima weather conditions. 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)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A four-engine aircraft struck Mount Manase during a low-visibility approach to Naga City Airport on a typhoon relief mission, killing all 30 occupants. The official probable cause was controlled flight into terrain below minimum safe altitude.

Incident Overview and Context A four-engine aircraft was conducting a typhoon relief mission to Naga City when it crashed during its final approach. The descent to Naga City Airport began in poor weather, with heavy rain limiting visibility. The aircraft struck the slope of Mount Manase, located 30 km from the airport, and disintegrated on impact. All 30 occupants were killed. ## Official Probable Cause The investigation determined that the accident resulted from controlled flight into terrain after the crew continued the approach below minimum safe altitude in below-minima weather conditions.

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What happened in the 15 Dec 1993 Lockheed C-130 Hercules accident near Naga City, Philippines?

A four-engine aircraft struck Mount Manase during a low-visibility approach to Naga City Airport on a typhoon relief mission, killing all 30 occupants. The official probable cause was controlled flight into terrain below minimum safe altitude.

Were there any fatalities in the 15 Dec 1993 Lockheed C-130 Hercules accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 30 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 15 Dec 1993 involved a Lockheed C-130 Hercules, registration 4761, operated by Philippine Air Force - Hukbong Himpapawid NG Pilipinas, at Naga City, Philippines.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Controlled flight into terrain after the crew continued the approach below minimum safe altitude in below minima weather conditions.

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