Transport Plane Hits Barrier on Roadway Takeoff Attempt

A US military transport aircraft struck a concrete barrier while attempting to take off from a roadway in northern Philippines during a training exercise, injuring five US personnel on board. The incident occurred on February 24, 2026, during an alternate landing zone drill, which aims to prepare forces for scenarios in which airports and runways become unusable after disasters. The aircraft, identified as a US Air Force C-146 Wolfhound, was operating as part of a planned and coordinated exercise with civilian, police, and military authorities. According to US and Philippine officials, investigators are reviewing the event, and no civilians were injured. This incident was first reported by AeroTime.