Fatal aircraft accident during training approach at Taipei-Songshan Airport

8 fatalities • Taipei-Songshan, Taiwan • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft crashed short of the runway during a training mission at Taipei-Songshan Airport following a go-around attempt in heavy rain.

What happened

During a local training flight operating out of Taipei-Songshan Airport, the crew encountered severe weather conditions characterized by heavy rainfall. As the aircraft was performing its approach, the pilot decided to execute a go-around procedure due to the deteriorating visibility and weather. During this maneuver, the flight crew lost control of the aircraft. The aircraft subsequently crashed a few kilometers before reaching the runway, resulting in the total destruction of the airframe.

Findings

  • The flight was engaged in a training mission at the time of the accident.
  • The crew encountered heavy rain during the approach phase.
  • The accident occurred during the execution of a go-around.
  • There were eight fatalities among the occupants of the aircraft.

Probable cause

Loss of control during a go-around maneuver in heavy rain conditions.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1997-10-10 Lockheed C-130 Hercules accident near Taipei-Songshan, Taiwan?

An aircraft crashed short of the runway during a training mission at Taipei-Songshan Airport following a go-around attempt in heavy rain.

Were there any fatalities in the 1997-10-10 Lockheed C-130 Hercules accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 8 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1997-10-10 involved a Lockheed C-130 Hercules, registration 1310, operated by Republic of China Air Force (Taiwan), at Taipei-Songshan, Taiwan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Loss of control during a go-around maneuver in heavy rain conditions.

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