Accident Dramatic Skid: Air Force C-130 Veers Off Samui Runway

[webfact]

Picture courtesy of Daily News

 

A nail-biting incident unfolded at Samui Airport when an Air Force C-130 transport aircraft skidded off the apron due to a brake system mishap. Around 2:30 p.m. on May 2, 62 individuals onboard, comprising eight officers and 54 passengers, fortunately escaped unscathed.

 

The chaos ensued as the plane, engaged in a training mission, rolled forward uncontrollably after the pilot detected the malfunction and lurched into an electric pole before halting safely in a nearby field.

 

The C-130, belonging to Squadron 601, Wing 6, was undertaking a routine path from Don Mueang through Trang to Koh Samui.

 

Air Chief Marshal Prapas Sonjai, spokesperson for the Air Force, was swift to assure the public of the passengers' safety. The occupants managed a secure evacuation through the rear exit, thanks to the pilot’s quick action.

 

Initial assessments indicated damage primarily to the aircraft's left wing and nose, with the left wing colliding with an electric pole, and the front clipping a parking sign.

 

The Air Force Safety Office will launch an extensive investigation into the braking failure, aiming to unearth causes and forestall such incidents in future operations.

 

Remarkably, the sudden skid did not impact public safety nor compromise the airport's structural integrity. Passengers and crew can breathe a sigh of relief, while the investigation seeks to ensure the skies remain safe for everyone.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from Thai Newsroom 2025-05-03

 

 

[SAFETY FIRST]

1 hour ago, webfact said:

aircraft skidded off the apron due to a brake system 

 

Air Force Safety Office will launch an extensive investigation into the braking failure

Aaah, the old brake failure story. 

 

I reckon the pilot was once a lorry driver. 

 

[newbee2022]

5 hours ago, webfact said:

Picture courtesy of Daily News

 

A nail-biting incident unfolded at Samui Airport when an Air Force C-130 transport aircraft skidded off the apron due to a brake system mishap. Around 2:30 p.m. on May 2, 62 individuals onboard, comprising eight officers and 54 passengers, fortunately escaped unscathed.

 

The chaos ensued as the plane, engaged in a training mission, rolled forward uncontrollably after the pilot detected the malfunction and lurched into an electric pole before halting safely in a nearby field.

 

The C-130, belonging to Squadron 601, Wing 6, was undertaking a routine path from Don Mueang through Trang to Koh Samui.

 

Air Chief Marshal Prapas Sonjai, spokesperson for the Air Force, was swift to assure the public of the passengers' safety. The occupants managed a secure evacuation through the rear exit, thanks to the pilot’s quick action.

 

Initial assessments indicated damage primarily to the aircraft's left wing and nose, with the left wing colliding with an electric pole, and the front clipping a parking sign.

 

The Air Force Safety Office will launch an extensive investigation into the braking failure, aiming to unearth causes and forestall such incidents in future operations.

 

Remarkably, the sudden skid did not impact public safety nor compromise the airport's structural integrity. Passengers and crew can breathe a sigh of relief, while the investigation seeks to ensure the skies remain safe for everyone.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from Thai Newsroom 2025-05-03

 

 

Geez, and I was thinking brake failures happen in Thailand only on roads😂

[Tug]

I’m biting my tongue must not……..anyway glad no one was killed or injured 

[hotchilli]

5 hours ago, webfact said:

rolled forward uncontrollably after the pilot detected the malfunction and lurched into an electric pole before halting safely in a nearby field.

Rather strange...

[steven100]

it'll end up as in a junk yard maybe converted into a coffee shop.  Like every other military aircraft in Thailand,  they can't take care of anything. 

[Sydebolle]

What a load of .......... the 54 passengers most likely were all redundant bus drivers who, after the Songkran-mania, now were hired by the air force as future pilots? 

[sungod]

Well, it can happen to the best of them...just ask the Yanks

 

 

[Aussie999]

"rolled forward," so does that mean the props weren't in reverse thrust... I think we are not getting the truth, but hey, this is Thailand.

[mran66]

Next news story about a thai ship that hit land due to brake failure. 

[Chongalulu]

3 minutes ago, Aussie999 said:

"rolled forward," so does that mean the props weren't in reverse thrust... I think we are not getting the truth, but hey, this is Thailand.

Propellers have "reverse thrust"??? The pitch can only be adjusted but don't think as in a jet engine they can produce reverse thrust...

[Drumbuie]

7 minutes ago, Aussie999 said:

"rolled forward," so does that mean the props weren't in reverse thrust... I think we are not getting the truth, but hey, this is Thailand.

The momentum of a C-130, reverse thrust or no reverse thrust, is considerable. 

[impulse]

I think it's appropriate to point out that the C-130 is a Lockheed product.  Not a Boeing.

 

[KannikaP]

Wonder how many of the passengers were injured because they, as usual, had undone their seat belts before the plane was stationary.

[john smith]

Third world maintenance strikes again. It used to be helicopters that were dropping from the sky now things have moved on. Thank god the same mechanics do not service the national airline

[gk10012001]

16 minutes ago, Chongalulu said:

Propellers have "reverse thrust"??? The pitch can only be adjusted but don't think as in a jet engine they can produce reverse thrust...

The C 130 Prop pitch really can be changed so much that the plane does generate reverse thrust if you will.  It is not done during the landing but is often done once the plane is on the ground.  There are videos out there showing it and I have seen them demonstrate it at Air Shows here in the USA

[MeHere]

All those DEI ladyboy brake mechanics must've been fired! 😄

[1duckyboy]

4 hours ago, SAFETY FIRST said:

Aaah, the old brake failure story. 

 

I reckon the pilot was once a lorry driver. 

 

 

I was waiting for "The pilot fled.".

[Aussie999]

49 minutes ago, Chongalulu said:

Propellers have "reverse thrust"??? The pitch can only be adjusted but don't think as in a jet engine they can produce reverse thrust...

I believe the C 130 props produce reverse thrust, typically used for short airstrip, or quick deceleration.

[Aussie999]

48 minutes ago, Drumbuie said:

The momentum of a C-130, reverse thrust or no reverse thrust, is considerable. 

True, but it is useful, and it just said this aircraft rolled forward 

[coxyhog]

56 minutes ago, Chongalulu said:

Propellers have "reverse thrust"??? The pitch can only be adjusted but don't think as in a jet engine they can produce reverse thrust...

 

57 minutes ago, Chongalulu said:

Propellers have "reverse thrust"??? The pitch can only be adjusted but don't think as in a jet engine they can produce reverse thrust...

Prop aircraft do have reverse thrust,& a turboprop is a jet engine.

[black tabby12345]

Airport '25.

[dinsdale]

Here's the above fluffy article in eight words. C130 skids off Samui runway. No injuries reported. 

[Baba Naba]

"left wing colliding with an electric pole, and the front clipping a parking sign."   Looks like not only was there a breaking problem but also a steering probem! 🫣🙄

[KhunBENQ]

Fortunately the airport seems to be open/unaffected.

I remember that Thai Air jet that went into the grass at Khon Kaen while trying to do a turn on the only runway. What a mess.

[ChipButty]

Wouldn't you know it? Break failure, Did the pilot do a runner? 

[Rimmer]

An off topic post and reply has been removed

[zepplin]

8 hours ago, webfact said:

Picture courtesy of Daily News

 

A nail-biting incident unfolded at Samui Airport when an Air Force C-130 transport aircraft skidded off the apron due to a brake system mishap. Around 2:30 p.m. on May 2, 62 individuals onboard, comprising eight officers and 54 passengers, fortunately escaped unscathed.

 

The chaos ensued as the plane, engaged in a training mission, rolled forward uncontrollably after the pilot detected the malfunction and lurched into an electric pole before halting safely in a nearby field.

 

The C-130, belonging to Squadron 601, Wing 6, was undertaking a routine path from Don Mueang through Trang to Koh Samui.

 

Air Chief Marshal Prapas Sonjai, spokesperson for the Air Force, was swift to assure the public of the passengers' safety. The occupants managed a secure evacuation through the rear exit, thanks to the pilot’s quick action.

 

Initial assessments indicated damage primarily to the aircraft's left wing and nose, with the left wing colliding with an electric pole, and the front clipping a parking sign.

 

The Air Force Safety Office will launch an extensive investigation into the braking failure, aiming to unearth causes and forestall such incidents in future operations.

 

Remarkably, the sudden skid did not impact public safety nor compromise the airport's structural integrity. Passengers and crew can breathe a sigh of relief, while the investigation seeks to ensure the skies remain safe for everyone.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from Thai Newsroom 2025-05-03

 

 

Thailand the hub of aviation safety and brake failures …. What could possibly go wrong…?

[Rimmer]

1 hour ago, Aussie999 said:

I believe the C 130 props produce reverse thrust, typically used for short airstrip, or quick deceleration.

 

Correct

C-130 Hercules can use reverse thrust on its propellers to slow down or stop.

The C-130's turboprop engines (Allison T56 or Rolls-Royce AE 2100 on newer variants) are equipped with variable-pitch propellers that can be moved into beta range or reverse pitch after touchdown. This allows the propellers to push air forward, creating a braking effect and significantly reducing landing roll distance.

 

Reverse thrust is commonly used after landing, especially on short or unprepared runways.

The technique helps the C-130 operate from improvised airstrips — a key feature of its tactical versatility.

 

Pilots can select reverse pitch via the power levers once the aircraft is on the ground.

[IsaanT]

2 hours ago, Chongalulu said:

Propellers have "reverse thrust"??? The pitch can only be adjusted but don't think as in a jet engine they can produce reverse thrust...

C-130's have reverse thrust.  Don't believe me...