No fatalities

1994-04-07: Lockheed C-130 Hercules (D2-THC) — Angola Air Charter — Malanje, Angola

Malanje, AngolaLanding (descent or approach)

On April 7, 1994, a Lockheed C-130 Hercules (registration D2-THC) operated by Angola Air Charter was involved in an aviation accident near Malanje, Angola during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The braking system overheated during or immediately after the landing process. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 5 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781209057Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft experienced a post-landing brake failure and subsequent fire at Malanje Airport, resulting in the total loss of the airframe but no injuries.

What happened

Following the completion of its landing at Malanje Airport, the aircraft encountered significant mechanical issues involving the braking system. As the plane decelerated on the runway, a fire broke out, causing the vehicle to be consumed by flames.

Despite the intensity of the fire, all five crew members were able to evacuate the aircraft safely. There were no reported injuries during the emergency evacuation. However, the fire resulted in the complete destruction of the aircraft.

Findings

Investigations into the incident determined that the primary factor was the overheating of the brakes following the landing sequence. The specific underlying reason for the temperature increase in the braking components remains unidentified.

Probable cause

The braking system overheated during or immediately after the landing process.