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An Ecuadorian Air Force C-130H Hercules aircraft with registration FAE898, suffered an incident at Latacunga Cotopaxi International Airport, (LTX), Ecuador at around 6:30 a.m. on 13 May.

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As per sources, following a possible hydraulic failure which prevented the brakes from activating, the aircraft ended up off the runway, stuck in a ditch.

The incident occurred during an operational flight to Guayaquil, and the incident is currently under investigation. There were no injuries or fatalities.

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Last Update: May 15, 2025