Aircraft crash near Clark Air Base during approach

1 fatality • Clark AFB (Angeles City), Philippines • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine charter flight operating from Manila encountered poor visibility during its approach to Clark AFB, resulting in a fatal accident.

What happened

A charter flight departed Manila Intl Airport at 08:00 local time, bound for Clark AFB. The aircraft, a twin engine plane, was transporting two crew members and four passengers at the time of the incident.

As the flight approached its destination, the crew encountered reduced visibility caused by active rain showers. During the short final phase of the landing sequence, the aircraft collided with an electrical pole and a tree. The impact caused the plane to crash before reaching the runway threshold.

Findings

The accident resulted in one fatality involving the copilot, while the remaining five occupants sustained injuries.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck obstacles during approach due to limited visibility caused by rain showers.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1988-10-13 Rockwell Aero Commander 560 accident near Clark AFB (Angeles City), Philippines?

A twin-engine charter flight operating from Manila encountered poor visibility during its approach to Clark AFB, resulting in a fatal accident.

Were there any fatalities in the 1988-10-13 Rockwell Aero Commander 560 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1988-10-13 involved a Rockwell Aero Commander 560, registration RP-C2351, operated by PacificAir - Pacific Airways, at Clark AFB (Angeles City), Philippines.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck obstacles during approach due to limited visibility caused by rain showers.

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