On October 10, 1997, a Lockheed C-130 Hercules (registration 1310) operated by Republic of China Air Force (Taiwan) was involved in an aviation accident near Taipei-Songshan, Taiwan during landing or approach. 8 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Loss of control during a go-around maneuver in heavy rain 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.
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.