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Aircraft landing incident in Batanes probe
By J.Lo
“On or about 3 in the afternoon, Nov. 1, 2024, C-295 aircraft of PAF on an HADR, humanitarian assistance disaster relief mission carrying essential relief supplies encountered incident while landing in Basco Airport, Basco, Batanes,” Philippine Air Force (PAF)spokesperson Col. Ma. Consuelo Castillo said in a statement PAF is investigating mishap on landing incident involving one of its C-295 transport aircraft after it skidded off runway in Basco Airport in Batanes.
Nose landing gear of the aircraft detached while it was attempting landing at said airport.
She stressed investigation is ongoing and they are yet to identify cause of incident, noting that aircraft’s pilots and crew are safe.
C-295, with tail no. 217, was carrying family food packs for the Office of Civil Defense.
Castillo assured people of Batanes despite mishap, PAF would continue its relief operations in the province and other areas severely affected by recent weather disturbances.
AFP also assured the people of Batanes that essential supplies would be transported to affected communities despite the incident.
“An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the incident and steps will be taken to ensure the safety and efficiency of future operations. Updates will be provided as the situation develops,” AFP spokesperson Col. Francel Margareth Padilla said.
Basco Airport is temporarily closed to fixed-wing aircraft and only helicopters are allowed to land at the airport. Normal operations are expected to be restored today.
Meanwhile, the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines announced that flights in the Ilocos and Cagayan Valley regions have resumed normal operations.
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