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Fatal Aircraft Crash Near Chaklala Airbase (64145)

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On April 30, 1968, a Lockheed C-130 Hercules (registration 64145) operated by Pakistan Air Force - Pakistan Fiza'ya was involved in an aviation accident near Chaklala-Nur Khan AFB (Islamabad), Pakistan in flight. 22 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: It is believed the loss of control was caused by severe turbulences encountered while cruising in poor 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

An aircraft crashed near Chaklala Airbase after losing control in clouds, killing all 22 occupants. The official investigation attributed the loss of control to severe turbulence in poor weather.

Incident Overview and Casualties During a cruise phase in cloud cover, the aircraft experienced a loss of control and descended rapidly into the ground. The impact occurred in the vicinity of Chaklala Airbase, resulting in a significant explosion. All 22 individuals on board were killed in the accident, with the majority of the fatalities being civilians. ## Official Investigation Findings The official investigation concluded that the probable cause of the accident was a loss of control. This loss of control was attributed to severe turbulence encountered while the aircraft was cruising in poor weather conditions.

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What happened in the 30 Apr 1968 Lockheed C-130 Hercules accident near Chaklala-Nur Khan AFB (Islamabad), Pakistan?

An aircraft crashed near Chaklala Airbase after losing control in clouds, killing all 22 occupants. The official investigation attributed the loss of control to severe turbulence in poor weather.

Were there any fatalities in the 30 Apr 1968 Lockheed C-130 Hercules accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 22 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 30 Apr 1968 involved a Lockheed C-130 Hercules, registration 64145, operated by Pakistan Air Force - Pakistan Fiza'ya, at Chaklala-Nur Khan AFB (Islamabad), Pakistan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

It is believed the loss of control was caused by severe turbulences encountered while cruising in poor weather conditions.

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